Henkel reviews

4.4

90% would recommend to a friend

(5,173 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 5,173 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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2.0
Dec 12, 2025
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Pros

Salary and benefit not bad . Nice office

Cons

- The overall company environment has been increasingly challenging. One contributing factor seems to be the integration of certain foreign hires whose working styles may not align well with local practices, sometimes leading to misunderstandings or a lack of respect toward local colleagues. - In some newly established departments, the hiring of certain managers may need to be reassessed. There have been instances where emotional control was lacking, with frequent scolding or raised voices during meetings. This behavior can affect morale and may reflect insufficient accountability in leadership. - Our current system infrastructure feels outdated and requires significant time to access. Improving system efficiency would greatly enhance productivity and reduce frustration across teams. - The HR approach appears to focus heavily on termination when issues arise, rather than exploring solutions such as coaching, mediation, or employee development. A more balanced strategy could help retain talent and foster a healthier workplace culture .

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Henkel Response
5mo
Good Day, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. At Henkel, creating a healthy, respectful, and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us. Behaviours such as raised voices or scolding in meetings are not aligned with our values and will not be tolerated. We will reinforce expectations with our leaders to ensure accountability and foster a culture where every colleague feels respected and supported. We are also committed to continuously improving our approach to talent management and providing proactive support and development opportunities. If you’re open to it, we’d welcome a confidential conversation for us to further understand your experience. Your input matters, and we want to ensure your voice is heard. Kind regards, Your Henkel Team
1.0
Dec 12, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Nothing accept salary . Not growth at all,

Cons

Everthing Manager , Lead are working since 15 to 20 years . Huge politics and not purpose to growth. Boss and slave culture,

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Henkel Response
2mo
Dear Colleague, thank you for being with our Henkel team for more than 5 years and taking your time to share your honest feedback. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience and understand your concerns regarding growth opportunities, leadership practices, and workplace culture. At Henkel, we stand for fairness, respect, and equal opportunities for development. We take such feedback very seriously and encourage you to connect confidentially with your HR Business Partner so we can better understand your situation and work towards improvement. Sincerely, Your Henkel Team
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