Is Henkel a good company to work for?

Henkel has an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on over 10,082 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 1% over the last 12 months. 90% of employees would recommend working at Henkel to a friend and 82% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Henkel have been left by employees working as Praktikant , Internship and Intern .

Does Henkel pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Henkel employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Henkel. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Henkel?

90% of Henkel employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Henkel 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.4 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Henkel?

Intern (332) , Internship (210) , Manager (124) , Brand Manager (85) , Estagiário (81) , Marketing (72) , Marketing Intern (67) , Sales Manager (62) , Key Account Manager (56) , Project Manager (48) , Assistant Brand Manager (44) , Supply Planner (44) , Sales Representative (43) , Analyst (42) , Supply Chain (42)

What are the pros of working at Henkel according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and there are many tools that the company provides" ((in 423 reviews)); "The people were great and were always willing to help me out with anything I needed and provide advice on a daily basis." ((in 373 reviews)); "Healthy and good work life balance" ((in 255 reviews)); "Super teams Great Know" ((in 233 reviews)); "great company and colleagues" ((in 223 reviews))

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

"For the lowest managerial levels salaries are low and the workload is huge." ((in 202 reviews)); "Poor management and not respecting for other" ((in 152 reviews)); "Poor Management and Leadership." ((in 49 reviews)); "Some mid managers expressed being extremely stressed reporting numbers in meetings to the always unhappy upper management." ((in 23 reviews)); "Bad career path, senior management dominant" ((in 17 reviews))

What are employees saying about Henkel layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Henkel layoffs and their outlook for job security at Henkel in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Henkel locations?

Düsseldorf , Hamburg , Heidelberg , Berlin , Köln , Wassertrüdingen , Garching b.München , Stuttgart , Jena , Eppelheim , Mannheim , Herborn , Vallendar , Hannover , Düren , Porta Westfalica , Viersen , Meerbusch , Brackenheim , München

Henkel reviews

4.4

90% would recommend to a friend

(5,210 total reviews)

Carsten Knobel

94% approve of CEO

82% positive business outlook

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Henkel has an employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 5,210 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).

Reviews by job title

5K reviews

4.0

Dec 1, 2025

Exciting Times of Transformation with a Human-Centric Focus

Human resources

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Henkel is going through an exciting period of change, especially within the HR function. With new leaders bringing fresh perspectives and inspiration, there’s a clear shift toward becoming more feedback oriented and human-centric in leadership and decision-making. The organization is investing in creating a culture that values people and collaboration, which is motivating for those who want to make an impact.

Cons

Change always comes with challenges. As priorities shift and new strategies take shape, there can be ambiguity and growing pains. Processes are still evolving, and adapting quickly is key.

Henkel Response

6mo

Thank you for sharing your experiences from the Human Resources team. It’s great to hear that you find the current transformation at Henkel exciting and motivating, especially with the shift toward a more human-centric and feedback-oriented culture. Your feedback on the challenges of change and evolving processes is very valuable and will help us continue improving transparency and support during this period of transformation. We appreciate your commitment and the positive impact you make in shaping a culture that values people and collaboration. Your Henkel Team

5.0

Dec 1, 2025

Supportive team ad strong brands

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Team is very supportive and makes you want to grow and develop here.

Cons

Cand be slow to changes and transparency sometimes lacking.

Henkel Response

6mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback as a valued member of Henkel. We’re delighted to hear that you appreciate the supportive team environment and the opportunities for growth and development, this is how we play as a team. Your comments regarding the pace of change and transparency are important to us, and we’re committed to continuously improving in these areas. Your input helps us create an even better workplace for everyone. Your Henkel Team

5.0

Dec 1, 2025

Amazing Place

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Work-life balance Very good compensation Transportation allowance

Cons

Nothing it is a good place for business lovers

Henkel Response

6mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback as a former employee in Düsseldorf. We’re pleased to hear that you valued the work-life balance, competitive compensation, and transportation allowance - this is how we aim to offer more than jobs. It’s great to know that you see Henkel as a strong environment for business enthusiasts, and we appreciate your perspective. Wishing you continued success in your future endeavors! Your Henkel Team

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