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
4.0
May 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good work life balance and work from home benefits

Cons

Slow growth in career and promotions

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Merck KGaA Response
3w
Thank you for highlighting the work-life balance and the flexibility. We are glad to hear that these aspects support you in your day-to-day work. Regarding development and internal mobility: we recognize that this sometimes may look different depending on function and business needs. We would encourage you to discuss your next steps with your manager and to use MyGrowth to explore development options, learning opportunities, and potential internal moves. As a current employee, providing input through our Employee Engagement Survey also helps us identify where career frameworks and promotion processes still need more transparency. Thank you for your review, and your continued dedication to our company,
5.0
May 12, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great culture, collaboration, work life balance

Cons

Pipeline, strategy, restructuring, executives quality

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Merck KGaA Response
3w
Thank you for your loyalty and dedication over more than 10 years, and for taking the time to share your feedback from our Feltham site. It is genuinely encouraging to hear that our culture, collaborative spirit, and work-life balance continue to resonate — these are values that sit at the heart of what makes our company a place where people choose to build long careers. We hear your concerns around pipeline, strategy, and leadership. These are topics we take seriously at the highest level. On the pipeline front, we are actively strengthening our position through recent high-calibre hires and developments in the Research and Development space, while also exploring broader avenues including collaborations, licensing, and potential M&A opportunities. With our new CEO, we are reshaping our strategic direction — thoughtfully and with a long-term perspective, while remaining responsive to shifting market dynamics and evolving patient and customer needs. Change of this nature takes time, but the intent and momentum are real. We encourage you to continue sharing your perspective through our annual Employee Engagement Survey — voices like yours, especially from those with deep institutional knowledge, are invaluable as we continue to bring this vibrant science and technology company, with over 350 years of history, into the future. Thank you for being part of this journey, and for your continued commitment.
4.0
May 12, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good culture and opportunity to grow

Cons

Below average pay and increments

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Merck KGaA Response
3w
Thank you for recognizing the culture and the opportunities to develop. It is important to us that people can grow through meaningful work, learning, and internal perspectives. We also note your feedback on pay and increments. Compensation is reviewed with a view to external market benchmarks and internal equity, while increases can vary by role, performance, and local conditions. If you feel your situation does not reflect your scope and contribution, a discussion with your manager and HR can help clarify the framework and options. Also, as a current employee we would encourage you to participate in our annual Employee Engagement survey, to share what you like about the company, and where we can still improve further. Thank you for your review!
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