Does Henkel pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Henkel employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Henkel. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Henkel?

90% of Henkel employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Henkel 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.4 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Henkel?

Intern (332) , Internship (210) , Manager (123) , Brand Manager (85) , Estagiário (81) , Marketing (71) , Marketing Intern (67) , Sales Manager (62) , Key Account Manager (56) , Project Manager (47) , Assistant Brand Manager (44) , Supply Planner (44) , Sales Representative (43) , Analyst (42) , Purchasing Manager (41)

What are the pros of working at Henkel according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and there are many tools that the company provides" ((in 437 reviews)); "The people were great and were always willing to help me out with anything I needed and provide advice on a daily basis." ((in 376 reviews)); "Healthy and good work life balance" ((in 244 reviews)); "great company and colleagues" ((in 231 reviews)); "Super teams Great Know" ((in 227 reviews))

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

"For the lowest managerial levels salaries are low and the workload is huge." ((in 209 reviews)); "Poor management and not respecting for other" ((in 152 reviews)); "Poor Management and Leadership." ((in 48 reviews)); "The non flexible working hours" ((in 37 reviews)); "Some mid managers expressed being extremely stressed reporting numbers in meetings to the always unhappy upper management." ((in 24 reviews))

What are employees saying about Henkel layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Henkel layoffs and their outlook for job security at Henkel in 2026.

Henkel reviews

4.4

90% would recommend to a friend

(5,190 total reviews)

Carsten Knobel

94% approve of CEO

82% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.5

Diversity & inclusion

4.4

Culture & values

4.3

Work/Life balance

4.2

Compensation and benefits

4.2

Career opportunities

4.1

Senior management

Henkel has an employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 5,190 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Henkel employee rating is 27% above average for employers within the Produktion industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

5K reviews

4.0

Sep 18, 2025

Supportive Teams and Positive Work Culture

Senior product development chemist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

One of the greatest strengths of this company is its people. Teams are collaborative, approachable, and genuinely supportive of one another, creating a culture built on trust and teamwork. It’s a place where creativity and responsibility go hand in hand, giving people the chance to influence outcomes and see the impact of their work. The company actively invests in development, offering numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth, from formal training programs to stretch projects and regional job rotations that challenge and build new skills, resilience, and confidence. The flexible working policy is another major benefit, helping employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Cons

While the company is strong overall, some processes and systems can be improved.

5.0

Sep 18, 2025

LOVE MY JOB!

Tse- territory sales executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Company culture - - Great benefits and employee discounts - Flexible work arrangements/schedule - Good base salary with opportunity for bonus/commission - Lots of networking opportunities

Cons

- Capped commission - Lots of driving - Supply issues affecting ability to hit sales targets - Not much opportunity for career growth within my division (but plenty of opportunity within Henkel)

Henkel Response

8mo

Thank you so much for your enthusiastic feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that you love your job. It’s great to know that our company culture, flexible work arrangements, and benefits are daring you to make an impact! We also appreciate your honest input on areas for improvement, such as commission structure and supply challenges. Your feedback is valuable as we continue to enhance support for our teams in the field. Thank you for being such a dedicated part of the Henkel team. Your Henkel Team

5.0

Sep 17, 2025

A Great Place to Start, Learn, and Progress Your Career!

Apprentice

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Subsidised lunches and on-site catering options International growth and mobility opportunities Friendly, collaborative, and inclusive office environment Flexible working hours and hybrid work options Comprehensive health and wellness programs Learning and development programs, including training and mentorship Competitive salary and bonuses Employee discounts on Henkel products within the staff shop Recognition programs and awards for achievements Opportunities to work on innovative, high-impact projects globally

Cons

I cant think of any!

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