[derekja]

If it is a large company they have pay bands that limit their flexibility. I would start by negotiating level and research those pay bands. Might be easier to negotiate a one time payment or something that a deviation from their pay structure.

[Dimidium-07]

It is indeed a big company. Definitely a good point, but they should have a little scope. I should start with the pay bands and find some good arguments why I want to move up in the payroll.

[refurb]

This.

And gather some intel while you can. Get a sense of where you might land in terms of position, pay bands, etc.

Then argue for level first (it tends to be less contentious than money) and if they agree, you've locked in a pay band.