Henkel reviews

4.4

90% would recommend to a friend

(5,178 total reviews)
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Carsten Knobel

94% approve of CEO

82% positive business outlook

Henkel has an employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 5,178 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Henkel employee rating is 20% above average for employers within the Produktion industry (3.7 stars).

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5K reviews
5.0
May 6, 2026

Good opportunity to growth

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Clear pathway to grow within the team and company. Smooth hiring process. Good people, vision, and experience.

Cons

No bad experience so far

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Henkel Response
4w
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Providing a clear development pathway, a smooth onboarding, and a supportive team environment are priorities for us, and we are delighted to hear that this has been your experience so far. We look forward to continuing this journey together. Your Henkel Team
3.0
May 6, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible WFH, strong brands, high margins.

Cons

Employs weak talents relative to other FMCG powerhouse multinationals. Slow career progression.

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Henkel Response
2d
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for your contributions to Henkel. We are pleased to hear that you valued the flexibility, strong brands, and business fundamentals that are important aspects of our culture and success. We also appreciate your candid comments regarding talent development and career progression. We recognize that employees may have different experiences across functions, teams, and markets, and we continuously work to strengthen our talent pipeline, leadership capabilities, and career development opportunities. Creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and advance remains a key priority for us. We wish you continued success in your career and thank you again for sharing your experience.
1.0
May 5, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great experience and good benefits.

Cons

Toxic top down culture and ridiculous attrition. Limited career growth opportunities. Pay is well below market average.

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Henkel Response
3w
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your previous experience at Henkel in Madison Heights. We’re pleased to hear that you had a positive experience with our benefits and were able to gain valuable experience during your tenure with us. At the same time, we are very concerned to hear your perspective regarding other topics and take these comments seriously. Creating an inclusive, empowering workplace where employees feel supported and able to grow is a priority, and we are actively driving this with new initiatives like AHEAD and MySparks. Employee feedback - both past and present - plays an important role in shaping these efforts. Thank you again for your candid input. Best, The Henkel HR Team
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