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

May 27, 2025

Great place

Warehouse worker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Lots of diversity if you seek out tasks. Sweet colleagues and a wonderful atmosphere.

Cons

If you aren’t active the days can get long and mundane.

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Thank you for your thoughtful 4-star review! We’re glad to hear that you find DHL to be a great place to work and that you appreciate the diversity of tasks and the wonderful atmosphere created by your colleagues. Your feedback about the work environment is important to us. We strive to foster a supportive and engaging atmosphere where everyone feels valued. We understand that staying active and engaged is crucial for a fulfilling work experience, and we encourage you to continue seeking out new tasks and opportunities. Thank you for being a valued member of our team for over two years. Your contributions are essential to our success, and we look forward to continuing to support your growth and satisfaction at DHL. Greetings to Allerød, Your DHL Team

4.0

May 26, 2025

The employer was nice

Project manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

they train you really well

Cons

i dont have anything bad to tell u abt

DHL Response

1y

Dear colleague, Thank you for your thoughtful 4-star review! We’re glad to hear that you find DHL to be a nice employer and that you appreciate the training provided. It’s great to know that you feel well-prepared in your role as a Project Manager. We believe that thorough training is essential for success, and your positive feedback reinforces our commitment to supporting our employees. We also appreciate your honesty in sharing that you don’t have any negative experiences to report. Every piece of feedback helps us understand what we’re doing well and where we can continue to improve. Thank you for being a valuable member of our team. We look forward to your continued contributions as we work together towards our shared goals! Greetings to Bonn! Your Deutsche Post and DHL Team

3.0

May 25, 2025

benefits

Ops manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

welfare is good and above average

Cons

time and pressure is very high

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your experience with our company. We appreciate your positive comments regarding us being a good employer and providing attractive benefits. We understand your concerns about the time and pressure. Your feedback has been carefully noted, and we'll take it into account as we work towards enhancing our overall organization and problem-solving approaches. We value your input and appreciate your contribution during your time with us. Thank you for being a part of our team, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors. Your DHL Team

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