Is DHL a good company to work for?

DHL has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 6,445 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months. 72% of employees would recommend working at DHL to a friend and 63% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about DHL have been left by employees working as Senior Expert , Project Manager and Briefsortierer .

Does DHL pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, DHL employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at DHL. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at DHL?

72% of DHL employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated DHL 3.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at DHL?

Zusteller (94) , Warehouse Operative (78) , Warehouse Worker (78) , Auxiliar De Logística (75) , postbote (65) , Project Manager (63) , Zusteller, Verbundzusteller und Paketzusteller (56) , Briefzusteller (52) , Intern (51) , Manager (49) , Software Engineer (48) , Operations Supervisor (45) , Internship (43) , Customer Service Representative (41) , Forklift Operator (41)

What are the pros of working at DHL according to real employee reviews?

"They pay is good and great" ((in 174 reviews)); "Having good benefits and good off days" ((in 170 reviews)); "SOME people are nice and welcoming" ((in 144 reviews)); "My colleagues were good to work with" ((in 124 reviews)); "Good salary and nice and I don’t have any reason for not working there" ((in 120 reviews))

What are the cons of working at DHL according to real employee reviews?

"Poor Management and very little care of staff" ((in 135 reviews)); "Long hours and often weekends" ((in 69 reviews)); "Had a bad manager to begin with but later more respected managers took the position." ((in 49 reviews)); "Business Analysts may need to coordinate effectively with international colleagues, which can sometimes result in extended working hours." ((in 33 reviews)); "too many supervisor with little man syndrome" ((in 19 reviews))

What are employees saying about DHL layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about DHL layoffs and their outlook for job security at DHL in 2026.

What are the top reviewed DHL locations?

Bonn , Berlin , München , Hamburg , Köln , Frankfurt am Main , Stuttgart , Bremen , Hannover , Nürnberg , Leipzig , Karlsruhe , Würzburg , Dortmund , Essen , Mannheim , Bochum , Aachen , Koblenz , Düsseldorf , Bruchsal , Darmstadt , Freising , Erfurt , Augsburg , Kassel , Mainz , Troisdorf , Pforzheim , Bielefeld

DHL reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(3,341 total reviews)

Dr. Tobias Meyer

83% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Culture & values

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.5

Career opportunities

3.3

Senior management

DHL has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 3,341 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The DHL employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Transport & Logistik industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

3K reviews

2.0

Dec 4, 2024

Review

Warehouse associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good behavior also gives the salary exactly on time.

Cons

As there some pros there is also some cons, they don't have good regulation regarding lifting heavy weights. Work load are very high for any person though he has good physical fitness.

DHL Response

1y

Dear colleague, Thank you for sharing your honest feedback about your experience as a Warehouse Associate in Regensburg. We’re glad to read that you appreciate timely salary payments and positive behaviour within the workplace. However, we’re sorry to learn about the concerns you’ve raised regarding lifting regulations and workload. At DHL Group, the well-being and safety of our employees are top priorities, and your feedback highlights an area we need to focus on. We will look into these matters carefully and work towards making positive changes to ensure a healthier and more balanced work environment for everyone. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we appreciate your dedication and effort. Your input is valuable as we continue striving to improve. We are committed to making DHL Group a better place for all. Your DHL Team

4.0

Nov 23, 2024

Gut

Paketzusteller

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible schedule and good money

Cons

A little bit exhausting job

DHL Response

1y

Dear colleague, We’re thrilled to hear that you value the flexible schedule and good pay—we’re proud to provide an environment where our delivery drivers can thrive. We understand that the work can sometimes feel exhausting, and we truly appreciate the dedication and effort you put into your role. If it ever gets too much, we encourage you to talk to your supervisor. They’re there to support you and help find ways to make things more manageable. Your well-being is important to us, and we’re here to ensure you continue enjoying your time with DHL. Keep up the fantastic work! Your Deutsche Post and DHL Team

5.0

Nov 22, 2024

Good place to work

Project manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Priority to work life balance, good management and collogues.

Cons

Not many negatives to point out

DHL Response

1y

Dear colleague, Thank you for being a part of our Big Yellow Family for over 4 years and for all of your efforts! DHL is a people-oriented company, both in terms of customers and employees. We take great pride in this, especially given how many lives we touch daily. Positive working environments provide several benefits for both employees and employers. This is because this type of environment can lead to employee success and happiness both personally and professionally. All the best to Bonn! Your Deutsche Post and DHL Team

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