Is DHL a good company to work for?

DHL has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 6,459 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 (95) , Warehouse Operative (78) , Warehouse Worker (78) , Auxiliar De Logística (75) , postbote (65) , Project Manager (63) , Zusteller, Verbundzusteller und Paketzusteller (56) , Briefzusteller (52) , Intern (52) , Manager (49) , Software Engineer (48) , Operations Supervisor (45) , Internship (44) , 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 176 reviews)); "Good benefits and lots of activities to enjoy" ((in 176 reviews)); "SOME people are nice and welcoming" ((in 147 reviews)); "Good salary and nice and I don’t have any reason for not working there" ((in 124 reviews)); "Great colleagues and in general very well qualified and cordial employees" ((in 118 reviews))

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

"Poor Management and very little care of staff" ((in 136 reviews)); "Very Hard and long hours" ((in 67 reviews)); "Had a bad manager to begin with but later more respected managers took the position." ((in 44 reviews)); "Business Analysts may need to coordinate effectively with international colleagues, which can sometimes result in extended working hours." ((in 31 reviews)); "too many supervisor with little man syndrome" ((in 18 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

(3,348 total reviews)

Dr. Tobias Meyer

83% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

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DHL has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 3,348 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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3K reviews

3.0

Dec 5, 2024

Ok place

Hr specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Early schedule, nice employees, comp is ok.

Cons

High turnover no hybrid lots of expectations little pay

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your time with DHL. It’s great to hear that you appreciated the early schedule, and the camaraderie among employees, and found the compensation satisfactory. We understand your concerns about high turnover, the lack of hybrid options, and the balance between expectations and pay. These are important points that we take seriously. High turnover is not what we aim for, and we will actively look into how we can address this to create a more stable and supportive work environment. Additionally, we’ll assess workloads and expectations to ensure they are fair and manageable for each individual. Feedback like yours helps us grow and make the necessary changes to improve the experience for everyone at DHL Group. Thank you again for your contributions during your time here. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors! Your DHL Team

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

5.0

Dec 3, 2024

Environment

Public accountant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

excellent enviroment, competitive and multicultural

Cons

no cons or negative reviews

DHL Response

1y

Dear colleague, We're over the moon to read your incredible 5-star review! While our hearts are a little heavy that you're no longer with us, we're thrilled that your time at DHL was filled with such positive experiences. Your four-year journey in our multicultural and competitive environment means the world to us. We love that you found our workplace exceptional – it's colleagues like you who make DHL truly special. Although we miss your energy and contributions, we're grateful for the memories and the incredible spirit you brought to our team. You'll always be part of the DHL Group family, no matter where your career takes you! Your DHL Team

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