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 (331) , Internship (210) , Manager (123) , Brand Manager (85) , Estagiário (80) , Marketing (71) , Marketing Intern (67) , Sales Manager (62) , Key Account Manager (55) , 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 425 reviews)); "Culture is great and inclusive" ((in 367 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 363 reviews)); "Healthy and good work life balance" ((in 251 reviews)); "Colleagues are friendly and willing to help" ((in 215 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 208 reviews)); "Poor management and not respecting for other" ((in 155 reviews)); "Poor Management and Leadership." ((in 48 reviews)); "The non flexible working hours" ((in 34 reviews)); "Some mid managers expressed being extremely stressed reporting numbers in meetings to the always unhappy upper management." ((in 23 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.

What Henkel locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Tlalnepantla , Monterrey , Salamanca , Ciudad de México , Huixquilucan , Guadalajara , Naucalpan , Zapopan , Toluca , Ecatepec de Morelos

Henkel reviews

4.4

90% would recommend to a friend

(5,172 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 5,172 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 Manufactura industry (3.5 stars).

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5K reviews

5.0

Jan 1, 2026

Hiring process is nice

Data engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good Work culture, People treat you like a family.

Cons

There was a lack of formal training and development, with most learning left to on-the-job experience.

Henkel Response

2mo

Dear Colleague, we would like to thank you for being part of our Henkel family for more than 8 years. Your positive review means a lot to us! We are happy to know that you value our work culture and the sense of family within our teams. At the same time, we appreciate your feedback regarding formal training and development, which is an important area of focus for us. We encourage you to share your experiences further with your manager or HR BP so we can continue strengthening our commitment towards people development. Warm regards, Your Henkel Team

5.0

Dec 28, 2025

Wonderful life and working in Henkel.

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Henkel is an outstanding place for anyone looking to accelerate their career. The opportunities for professional growth are immense, supported by top-tier training programs and a culture that encourages global mobility. I truly appreciate the collaborative and inclusive environment, where mentorship is part of the DNA. Additionally, the company’s genuine commitment to sustainability and work-life balance makes it a place where you can feel proud of your work while maintaining a healthy personal life.

Cons

As a large multinational, the organization can be quite bureaucratic, which sometimes slows down decision-making and project implementation. The fast-paced environment and high-performance expectations mean the workload can be intense during peak periods. Navigating the complex internal structure can also be a challenge for new joiners, but it is manageable once you find your footing. Overall, the benefits and growth potential far outweigh these corporate complexities.

2.0

Dec 26, 2025

Mid-company

Internship

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good salary for a student

Cons

no learning opportunity inbalances between employees

Henkel Response

5mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate you highlighting both the positive aspects of your experience and the areas where you felt there was room for improvement. Your comments are important to us, and we continuously work on enhancing learning opportunities and fostering a fair, inclusive work environment for all our colleagues. Best regards, Your Henkel Team

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