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 decreased by 1% over the last 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, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at DHL?

Zusteller (95) , Auxiliar De Logística (78) , Warehouse Operative (78) , Warehouse Worker (78) , postbote (65) , Project Manager (62) , Zusteller, Verbundzusteller und Paketzusteller (56) , Intern (53) , Briefzusteller (52) , Manager (49) , Software Engineer (48) , Internship (45) , Operations Supervisor (45) , 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 172 reviews)); "Good people and potential for interesting work" ((in 144 reviews)); "My colleagues were good to work with" ((in 131 reviews)); "Good salary and nice and I don’t have any reason for not working there" ((in 126 reviews))

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

"Poor Management and very little care of staff" ((in 142 reviews)); "Long hours and often weekends" ((in 68 reviews)); "Had a bad manager to begin with but later more respected managers took the position." ((in 45 reviews)); "Business Analysts may need to coordinate effectively with international colleagues, which can sometimes result in extended working hours." ((in 32 reviews)); "too many supervisor with little man syndrome" ((in 18 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?

Erlanger , Atlanta , Hebron , Plantation , Weston , Houston , Grand Prairie , Chicago , Scottsdale , Columbus , Miami , Tempe , New York , Union City , Indianapolis , Forest Park , Whittier , Denver , Fort Lauderdale , Salt Lake City , Cincinnati , Westerville , Orlando , Phoenix , Dallas , Memphis , Stow , Las Vegas , Newark , Franklin Park

DHL reviews

3.7

72% would recommend to a friend

(3,355 total reviews)

Dr. Tobias Meyer

83% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

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 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 3,355 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 & Logistics industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

3K reviews

5.0

Feb 9, 2025

Good place to develop career

Operational manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good salary, flexible working hour

Cons

Flexible working hour, demanding customer, change of management

DHL Response

1y

Dear colleague, We are proud to have dedicated professionals like you who have grown with DHL Group for over 6 years. Your long-term commitment speaks volumes about the opportunities we strive to create for our people. It is rewarding that our competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements have contributed positively to your experience. We recognize that the same flexibility, along with managing demanding customers and organizational changes, can present challenges. As a global logistics leader, we continue to evolve, and your resilience in adapting to these changes is commendable. Your insights help us understand both our strengths and areas where we can enhance support for our teams. Keep driving excellence in Jakarta, you're an integral part of DHL's success story. Your DHL Team

3.0

Feb 5, 2025

operations intern for DHL in Dallas

Operations intern

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great environment, Fast-paced, Nice people, and flexible time

Cons

Unstructured, there is no set duty for an intern

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Thank you very much for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. Having a great environment, nice people and flexible working hours are factors that truly contribute to making an employer great to work for! We appreciate your feedback regarding the unstructured, there is no set duty for an intern. Despite this, we hope you will look back on a pleasant time spent with us. We wish you the best in future personal and professional projects and hope you will soon find what you are looking for in your working environment. Best wishes, Your DHL Team

5.0

Feb 5, 2025

Best MNC to start your career

Data management

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

MNC Environment Work hard play hard Casual outfit OT

Cons

Working hour on shift rotation basis Need to achieve weekly KPI to perform

DHL Response

1y

Hello, Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We really appreciate the pros you've highlighted about working in a MNC. A multinational environment is a fantastic opportunity for personal and professional growth. We understand that working shift rotations can be challenging, but it also offers flexibility and the chance to experience different aspects of the job. Meeting weekly KPIs is a great motivator that helps us focus on our goals and encourages continuous improvement, contributing to our professional growth. Wishing you all the best for your future professional career and personal life. Warm regards, Your DHL Team

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