Is DHL a good company to work for?

DHL has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 6,447 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?

"Having good benefits and good off days" ((in 180 reviews)); "They pay is good and great" ((in 166 reviews)); "Good people and potential for interesting work" ((in 140 reviews)); "Good salary and nice and I don’t have any reason for not working there" ((in 125 reviews)); "My colleagues were good to work with" ((in 125 reviews))

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

"Poor Management and very little care of staff" ((in 144 reviews)); "Very Hard and long hours" ((in 62 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 34 reviews)); "too many supervisor with little man syndrome" ((in 17 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

(3,343 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 3,343 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

5.0

Nov 8, 2023

Company with heart, mind and guts

Vice president

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

True global and all walks of life

Cons

Can be a bit disorganized between BUs

DHL Response

2y

Hello, Wow, 20 years of work among our ranks is certainly a valuable experience that puts you in a privileged position to give feedback to others considering joining DHL. First and foremost, we would like to thank you for all your contributions during this time. We are sure that your work as a Vice President and the other roles you may have occupied, has been fundamental to fulfill our mission of connecting people, improving lives. For these reasons your 5-star rating is very rewarding and encouraging for us. We will continue doing our best to ensure a positive employee experience on all levels and areas of our organization. All the best to you and your family in Bonn, Your DHL Team

5.0

Nov 5, 2023

Great employee

Truck driver

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great place to work for

Cons

No breaks always on the road

DHL Response

2y

Hello, Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your positive experience as a truck driver at DHL. We appreciate your acknowledgment of our company as a great place to work. We understand that the nature of truck driving can be demanding, and we appreciate your dedication and hard work. Your commitment to delivering excellence on the road does not go unnoticed. Regarding your feedback on breaks, we are continuously working to enhance our policies and procedures to ensure the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Your input is valuable, and we take it seriously. Thank you again for being an integral part of our team during your time with us. Wishing you all the best in your endeavors. Your Deutsche Post and DHL Team

4.0

Oct 25, 2023

Great company, cares about its employees and great people and culture

Senior event manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Multicultural work environment - Provide support to employees - Great people - Great culture

Cons

- Salaries vary hugely depending on divisions - Not allowed to work from abroad

DHL Response

2y

Dear colleague, Thank you for your kind words! We're incredibly proud to read your positive feedback about DHL. Our multicultural work environment and supportive atmosphere are indeed at the heart of our company. We greatly value the diversity and talent our employees bring, fostering a positive and enriching culture. Regarding salary disparities, we're continuously working to ensure fair compensation across all divisions. We appreciate your understanding and input on this matter. Thank you for being an integral part of our team. Your enthusiasm and dedication make DHL an even better place to work. Here's to creating more great moments together! Best regards to Bonn, Your Deutsche Post and DHL Team

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