DHL reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(3,340 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 3,340 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 Transport & Logistik industry (3.5 stars).

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3K reviews
3.0
Mar 24, 2024

dhl job review

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

good life balance; diverse working culture;

Cons

Slow career progression Salary below market rate for similar level positions Very slow salary increments/raises Limited opportunities for career advancement Bureaucratic environment

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DHL Response
2y
Dear colleague, Thank you for taking the time to rate us as an employer. We are glad you value the good work-life balance and diverse working culture we strive to maintain. To address your concerns about career progression, we encourage you to have open and regular conversations with your manager or HR representative to discuss your career goals and aspirations. By identifying your strengths and areas of development, we can work together to create a personalized growth plan that aligns with your ambitions. Regarding salary, we regularly review and benchmark our compensation packages to ensure they remain competitive in the market. We understand the importance of fair and competitive remuneration and strive to provide our employees with appropriate compensation for their skills and contributions. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. We appreciate your dedication and contributions to our company's success. We wish you all the best and much success. Your DHL Team
2.0
Mar 9, 2024

Not good

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

It was okay to work there

Cons

Bad culture and lack of career development

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DHL Response
2y
Hello, We are genuinely sorry to hear about your less-than-ideal experience during your time at DHL. Your feedback regarding the culture and career development opportunities is invaluable, and we want to extend our sincere apologies for any dissatisfaction you may have felt. At DHL, we are committed to fostering a positive work environment and providing ample career growth prospects. We recognize that improvements can always be made, and your insights will contribute to enhancing the overall employee experience. We appreciate the time you spent with us and wish you the very best in your future endeavors. All the best to London! Your Deutsche Post and DHL Team
3.0
Feb 28, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

A lot of the people are very nice and it's not a very hard job

Cons

Different hours every night And management doesn't do anything about people who drink on the job or anything else wrong for that matter. so you get stuck with quite a few people who just don't do there job.

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DHL Response
2y
Dear colleague, We are concerned to read your review regarding certain behavior at the workplace. At DHL, we have strict policies against any form of misconduct, including drinking during work hours. We take these matters seriously, and we have procedures in place to address such issues promptly. Your feedback is crucial in maintaining a safe and conducive work environment. We encourage you to reach out to your local HR representative immediately to report any incidents or concerns you witness. Rest assured, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, and we will take appropriate actions to address the issues you've raised. Thank you for bringing this to our attention; we are dedicated to ensuring a positive and compliant workplace for all our employees. Best regards, Your DHL Team
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