Merck KGaA reviews

3.9

79% would recommend to a friend

(2,088 total reviews)
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Kai Beckmann

100% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

Merck KGaA has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,088 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Merck KGaA employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

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2K reviews
5.0
Jun 4, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Strong Brand and Good Working Environment

Cons

Changes takes time to be seen

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Merck KGaA Response
5d
Thank you for taking the time to reflect on your experience. It is great to read that you valued the strong brand and a good working environment. Your point that improvements can take time to become visible is well taken. In a global organization, changes often require alignment across teams and sites, which can affect pace and consistency and may also explain why management experiences can vary. We continue to invest in leadership development and in listening formats such as our Employee Engagement Survey to identify where faster follow-through is needed. We appreciate your contribution during your time with our company and wish you all the best for what comes next.
3.0
Jun 1, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Very good culture, team environment

Cons

Less salary hike and benefits

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Merck KGaA Response
4d
It is encouraging to read that you value the culture and the team environment. Creating a workplace where colleagues support each other is something we want to protect and strengthen. At the same time, we understand that salary increases and benefits are important factors in overall satisfaction. Compensation and benefits are reviewed regularly with market benchmarks in mind, while also considering internal equity and local frameworks. If your expectations are not being met, we encourage you to address this in a discussion with your manager to understand the available options and how performance and development can translate into future progression. Your feedback through our Employee Engagement Survey is also an important input as we continue to improve the overall employee experience.
4.0
May 31, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Work Life balance is good

Cons

Slow promotion and less increaments

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Merck KGaA Response
4d
Thank you for sharing your feedback after more than three years with us. We are glad to hear that you found a good work-life balance during your time at our company. We note your perception regarding the pace of promotions and salary increments. Career progression and compensation decisions can be influenced by a range of factors, and individual experiences in this area may vary across teams, functions, and business cycles. We continuously work to improve transparency around career development and to ensure that our processes are as clear and consistent as possible. We appreciate your contributions during your time with us and wish you every success going forward.
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