Is DHL a good company to work for?

DHL has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 6,462 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months. 72% of employees would recommend working at DHL to a friend and 62% 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 decreased by 1% over the last 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, 3.7 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 (76) , postbote (65) , Project Manager (63) , Zusteller, Verbundzusteller und Paketzusteller (56) , Intern (53) , Briefzusteller (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?

"good benefit such as medical and dental insurances" ((in 181 reviews)); "They pay is good and great" ((in 161 reviews)); "Good people and potential for interesting work" ((in 145 reviews)); "Great colleagues and in general very well qualified and cordial employees" ((in 127 reviews)); "Good salary and nice and I don’t have any reason for not working there" ((in 123 reviews))

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

"Poor Management and very little care of staff" ((in 143 reviews)); "Long hours and often weekends" ((in 66 reviews)); "Had a bad manager to begin with but later more respected managers took the position." ((in 46 reviews)); "Business Analysts may need to coordinate effectively with international colleagues, which can sometimes result in extended working hours." ((in 36 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

(3,349 total reviews)

Dr. Tobias Meyer

83% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

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DHL has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 3,349 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).

Reviews by job title

3K reviews

5.0

Oct 14, 2024

Good employer

Project manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great place to work there.

Cons

Wide organisation structure and multiple stakeholders

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Wow! Thank you for your perfect rating. This shows we are making decisive progress towards being a great place to work for all. We understand that a wide organizational structure and multiple stakeholders can sometimes present challenges. However, this structure also brings numerous opportunities for collaboration, learning, and growth. Our diverse network of colleagues across the globe allows us to leverage different perspectives and expertise to serve our customers better. We appreciate your dedication as a project manager, navigating this complex environment and working with multiple stakeholders. Your contributions are invaluable in driving the success of our projects and fulfilling our purpose of connecting people and improving lives. Your DHL Team

3.0

Oct 14, 2024

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Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

an ok place to work

Cons

below average pay for what you are being asked to do

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience working at DHL. We value your input and take your comments seriously. We strive to provide a positive work environment for all our employees, and we regret that you felt the pay did not align with the responsibilities of your role. We continuously review and adjust our compensation packages to remain competitive in the market. If you have any specific concerns or suggestions regarding compensation or other aspects of your experience at DHL, we encourage you to reach out to the appropriate channels to address them. Thank you for your contributions during your time with us, and we wish you the best in your future endeavors. Your DHL Team

5.0

Oct 13, 2024

Good

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good workspace to work here

Cons

Nothing as of now. Good workspace

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Thank you for the perfect review for your experience as a software engineer at DHL in Chennai. We are thrilled to hear that you find our workspace to be good. We strive to provide a workspace that fosters productivity, collaboration, and growth for our employees. This is an essential part to continue being the employer of choice for our people. If you have any suggestions or feedback on how we can further enhance your experience, please feel free to share them with us. Thank you for being a part of the DHL team, and we look forward to continuing to work together. Your DHL Team

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