Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at Henkel as 100% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2.86 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Sales Assistant and Trade Marketing Manager rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Sales Assistant and Intern roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at Henkel takes an average of 18 days when considering 7 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Trade Marketing Manager had the quickest hiring process (on average 7 days), whereas Internship Regional Marketing roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 28 days).
The process started with an online application. Then I had a 30 minute HR virtual interview discussing my background, availability, and basic customer service experience. After that, a main virtual interview with the hiring manager focused on my past experiences, and role specific scenarios. Total process took about 1-2 weeks from application to offer.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Strengths/weaknesses.
Tell me about yourself
How do you prioritize tasks in a busy environment
The interview is a 30-minute call with an HR representative where you run through your curriculum and show your motivation to join the company. They ask you to name at least one of Henkel’s brands.
I applied online. I interviewed at Henkel in Aug 2025
Interview
First round with HR, with behavioral questions.
Second round with Head of the team with hypotheticals related to the role.
Third round with General Manager and Head of Sales as a general personality and experience fit check.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How can we help us with your skills and experience?