Is DHL a good company to work for?

DHL has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 6,444 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 178 reviews)); "They pay is good and great" ((in 163 reviews)); "Good people and potential for interesting work" ((in 144 reviews)); "My colleagues were good to work with" ((in 129 reviews)); "Good salary and nice and I don’t have any reason for not working there" ((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 63 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 30 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

(3,340 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 3,340 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

5.0

May 28, 2025

Amazing company to work for!

Senior expert hr development

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great company, learning opportunities, growing opportunities and competitive pay!

Cons

Sometimes communication can be better

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you consider DHL an amazing company to work for and that you have had such a positive experience over the past several years. Your appreciation for the learning and growth opportunities, as well as the competitive pay, truly motivates us. We strive to create an environment that supports personal and professional development, and it's rewarding to know that you feel this way. In this topic, Our platforms and development resources are a great opportunity for any colleague looking to grow their careers. We also acknowledge your feedback regarding communication. It's essential for us that all employees feel well-informed, and we are committed to continuously improving in this area by simplifying and streamlining the information in an easy-to-comprehend and streamlined way. Thank you for being a valued member of our team and for sharing your experiences. We look forward to many more successful years together! 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 23, 2025

My oppinion.

Postbote

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

A lot of work to do.

Cons

Minimum overtime pay and 13th salary only after a year of work in the company.

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Thank you for sharing your thoughts in your review. We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear that your experience at DHL did not fully meet your expectations. We understand that workload and compensation are important aspects of your employment experience. Please know that we strictly comply with labor laws and regulations to ensure that all employees are treated fairly. Our commitment to providing equitable treatment is a core value of our organization. We recommend all our employees to discuss payment and shift topics directly with their HR colleagues so that misunderstandings can be avoided. Thank you for your contributions during your time with us, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors. Your DHL Team

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