Good opportunities only for Germans and German speakers - Human Resources Business Partner BASF Employee Review

3.0
Nov 11, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Good training offer Good work-life balance as company is not performance driven Bonus is competitive Generally friendly work environment

Cons

The same people got the same jobs and the promotions. Locals always overlooked Poor management and leadership Poor IT systems Little or no accountability for staff Too many expat Germans on "holiday" Bureaucratic and not supports innovation and creativity Poor salaries high attrition rate - not many get past two years Business performance and outlook not good

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5.0
Jun 18, 2026
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Pros

Great pay and benefits package

Cons

Lots of uncertainty, poor employee morale

4.0
Jun 22, 2026
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Pros

It's hard work but it's satisfying.

Cons

It's mostly contingent workers now and low pay. Good pay and benefits if hired directly.

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