Henkel reviews

4.4

90% would recommend to a friend

(5,172 total reviews)
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Carsten Knobel

94% approve of CEO

82% positive business outlook

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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5.0
Dec 16, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Great colleagues and a very inclusive culture. The Dubai office feels international but still close-knit, and you’re trusted with responsibility early on. Work is varied and exposure across markets is a big plus if you like learning fast and thinking beyond one country or function. What stands out is that values are lived, not just communicated. The engagement around the Special Olympics and broader CSR initiatives felt genuine, with real participation and leadership support. It creates a sense of pride and purpose beyond day-to-day work. At the same time, there is a strong focus on performance, safety, and doing business the right way.

Cons

Like any global organization, the matrix setup means collaboration is key and alignment takes effort which also encourages stakeholder management, clarity in communication, and structured thinking. The pace can be high at times, but this comes with meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to work on impactful topics.

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Henkel Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing such a positive and thoughtful review, and for your continued contribution to Henkel over the years. It’s great to hear that you experience our Dubai office as both international and close-knit, and that the inclusive culture and early trust in responsibility stand out in your journey. We’re especially proud of your feedback on our values and CSR engagement. Knowing that initiatives such as the Special Olympics are felt as genuine and supported by leadership reinforces our belief that purpose and performance go hand in hand. Creating pride in what we do beyond daily deliverables is something we care deeply about. We also appreciate your balanced perspective on the realities of working in a global matrix organization. Collaboration, alignment, and a fast pace are part of the environment, and your feedback highlights exactly why clarity, structured thinking, and strong stakeholder management are so important. Your advice on simplification, decision paths, and continued investment in development and internal mobility is well noted and aligns closely with our ongoing priorities. Thank you again for your trust, your engagement, and for being part of what makes Henkel a great place to grow and make an impact. We wish you continued success in your role and future opportunities with us.
4.0
Dec 15, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Social Money Klima Events …

Cons

Working Hours Management ellbow …

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Henkel Response
4mo
Thank you for your feedback as an intern in Düsseldorf. We’re glad you enjoy the team spirit and events, and we take your comments on working hours and management seriously. We appreciate you sharing your experience. Your Henkel Team
5.0
Dec 15, 2025

Great company, Great place to work

Recommend
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Pros

The leadership teams are really great. The company bennefits are also good, The challenges and learning are always there

Cons

There is a lot of work, A lot of times you need to work after hours.

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Henkel Response
3mo
Thank you for your feedback and for your first months at Henkel. We’re really glad to hear that you appreciate the leadership teams, benefits, and the learning opportunities. At the same time, we take your comments on workload and after-hours work seriously and will look at ways to better support work-life balance. We really appreciate you sharing your experience with us. Your Henkel Team
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