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

4.0

Jul 5, 2025

Good GT program

Graduate trainee program

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Role rotation Travel allowance Christmas and performance bonus

Cons

Low salary vs current GT programs

DHL Response

11mo

Hello, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience in the Graduate Trainee Program in Manila! We are glad you enjoyed the role rotation, travel allowance, and the bonuses for Christmas and performance. In our opinion, these are important factors for employee motivation. However, we understand your concern regarding the salary compared to other current graduate trainee programs. We understand that salary is an important factor for employees. While it is true that there are always companies that may offer higher salaries, we encourage employees to consider the bigger picture. At our company, we strive to provide a comprehensive compensation package that includes not only a competitive salary but also a range of benefits. One of the key attractions we offer is ample opportunities for development and growth. We believe in investing in our employees' professional development and provide various training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement paths. These opportunities can significantly contribute to long-term career growth and overall job satisfaction. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors! Your DHL Team

5.0

Jul 3, 2025

Great

Operations manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Great culture - Great package

Cons

So busy all the time

DHL Response

11mo

Dear colleague, Great that you are on board with us and that you rate us so well! We are delighted that you appreciate the great culture and the benefits package at DHL. Thank you for being a part of our team. We look forward to your continued success at DHL! Best regards to London. Your DHL Team

4.0

Jul 2, 2025

Good place to work.

Order selector

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good schedule options. Example 3 x 12. Really easy job and guaranteed hours. They never send you home even if it's really slow.

Cons

It's always a risk when you work for third party logistic companies (3PL). If they lose the contract your out of a job. This is currently happening at this location.

DHL Response

11mo

Dear colleague, Your 4-star rating is a push of motivation today! That is a clear sign that we are on the right track to be the best place to work for you, but there are some areas where we can still improve! Fantastic to hear that you enjoyed working with us. We take great pride in providing our employees with a supportive and enjoyable workplace culture. It's important to us that our employees feel valued and appreciated, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. With your support, we will continue the good work. Thank you for being part of the big yellow family. Stay safe and healthy! Your DHL Team

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