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 (124) , 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 421 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 380 reviews)); "Healthy and good work life balance" ((in 243 reviews)); "Great and bonded team" ((in 228 reviews)); "great company and colleagues" ((in 222 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 210 reviews)); "Poor management and not respecting for other" ((in 149 reviews)); "Poor Management and Leadership." ((in 51 reviews)); "The non flexible working hours" ((in 36 reviews)); "Some mid managers expressed being extremely stressed reporting numbers in meetings to the always unhappy upper management." ((in 22 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

(5,192 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 5,192 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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5K reviews

4.0

Jul 15, 2025

Stable company for a student job, good paid

Reporting analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Stable company, not too demanding, I was supporting team of sales representatives

Cons

Noone realy pays attention to the students and their development, I didn't feel like i was a part of a team

5.0

Jul 14, 2025

Sales Manager - OEM

Sales manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent Work Culture. Employee Oriented

Cons

Nothing as such everything was a great experience

Henkel Response

9mo

Dear Former Employee, Thank you for being a part of our team for more than 3 years and for sharing your experience. We are happy to hear that you valued our employee-oriented policies that have set the stage for a great experience. Wishing you all the best in your future journey! Warm regards, Your Henkel Team.

5.0

Jul 14, 2025

Great Place to Work & Grow

Sr recruitment manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working at Henkel has been an incredibly positive experience. The company genuinely values its employees and demonstrates that through a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent health coverage, 12 weeks of paid paternity leave and a strong 401(k) plan with generous matching. One of the standout aspects is the emphasis on work-life balance. Leadership understands the importance of flexibility and personal time, which creates a healthy and productive work environment. I’ve always felt supported in managing both my professional responsibilities and personal life. There are also clear paths for growth and advancement. The company actively promotes from within and provides ample opportunities for professional development. Whether through mentorship, training programs, or internal job postings, it’s clear that employee success is a top priority. Overall, Henkel fosters a culture of respect, growth, and balance. I’m proud to be part of a team that truly cares about its people.

Cons

One area where there's room for improvement is consistency across different locations, which is a work in progress. Standardizing best practices across all locations will help ensure everyone has the same positive experience, regardless of their location.

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