DHL reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(3,348 total reviews)
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Dr. Tobias Meyer

83% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

DHL has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 3,348 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 Transportation and logistics industry (3.5 stars).

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3K reviews
3.0
Jun 26, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

As it was agency work, you could be flexible

Cons

The working conditions were bad

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DHL Response
1d
Hello, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're pleased to read that you found the flexibility of agency work to be a positive aspect of your time at DHL, as we understand how important flexible working arrangements can be for many people. At the same time, we're sorry to learn that you were dissatisfied with the working conditions. Providing a safe, supportive, and positive working environment for everyone is a priority for us, and we take feedback like yours seriously. Thank you again for your feedback. We appreciate the time you spent with DHL and wish you all the best in your future endeavors. Kind regards, Your DHL Team
4.0
Jun 26, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good benefits, Meal Subsidiary Transportation Instalations

Cons

Annual salary raise Diagonal growth

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DHL Response
1d
Dear colleague, Thank you for sharing your thoughts about your experience at DHL. We are glad to read that you value the benefits we offer, including the meal subsidies, transportation support, and workplace facilities, which are important aspects of our commitment to supporting our employees' well-being. We also appreciate your honest comments regarding annual salary increases and career development opportunities. We regularly review our compensation programs to help ensure they remain competitive within local markets and aligned with business performance. While salary adjustments are influenced by a range of factors, including market conditions and individual performance, we recognize the importance of rewarding employees fairly and providing competitive compensation alongside our benefits package. In addition, we know that career growth means different things to different people. Whether through promotion opportunities, expanded responsibilities, or developing new skills in a different area of the business, we strive to support our employees in their professional development. We appreciate your feedback regarding career progression and cross-functional growth opportunities and will continue working to improve visibility and access to career paths across the organization. We appreciate your contributions to the team and wish you continued success in your career with DHL. Kind regards, Your DHL Team
3.0
Jun 25, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good company with more exposure

Cons

Political in work is too much

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DHL Response
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Dear colleague, Thank you for sharing your thoughts about your experience at DHL. We appreciate your recognition of the company as a good place that offers valuable exposure, which is an important aspect of professional growth. It's encouraging to read that you see potential in the opportunities available here. At the same time, we understand your concerns regarding workplace politics. Navigating such dynamics can indeed be challenging and impact one's daily work experience. Our goal is to foster a culture where decisions are made fairly, communication is open, and employees feel valued for their contributions. We also encourage an open dialogue with your manager or HR team, as discussing these topics helps us better understand where improvements are needed and how we can take meaningful action. Thank you for your contributions over the past several years. We wish you continued success in your career with DHL. Kind regards, Your DHL Team
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