Merck KGaA reviews

3.9

79% would recommend to a friend

(2,086 total reviews)
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Kai Beckmann

100% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

Merck KGaA has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,086 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 Farmacéutica y biotecnología industry (3.5 stars).

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2K reviews
3.0
Jan 28, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

You’ll never be bored, the company is always working on new projects and acquisitions/divestitures.

Cons

You’ll never be bored- initiatives are often unorganized and conflicting.

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Merck KGaA Response
4mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your experience. We appreciate your perspective on the dynamic nature of our work environment. You've highlighted an interesting paradox - on one hand, our focus on new projects and strategic transactions keeps work engaging and ensures we're responding to, or even anticipating, movements in the market. On the other hand, managing multiple strategic priorities simultaneously requires strong coordination and clear communication to ensure initiatives are well-aligned. Thank you for your feedback, and we wish you all the best in your future career endeavors
4.0
Jan 24, 2026

Exciting Place to Work

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

High Standards in work place

Cons

Slow progression when starting out

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Merck KGaA Response
4mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your experience at Merck in Darmstadt. We're delighted to hear that you find Merck an exciting place to work and appreciate our high workplace standards. Maintaining excellence across our organization is central to our mission and values. We understand your concern regarding career progression in the early stages. Development pathways and growth opportunities are areas we continuously evaluate through our employee engagement surveys (EES) and feedback processes. We would encourage you to give the feedback through the EES survey, and to explore MyGrowth, our platform designed to foster development and internal mobility, which can help accelerate your career progression and uncover new opportunities within the organization. Thank you for recommending Merck in Darmstadt, and we appreciate your continued contributions to our team!
5.0
Jan 21, 2026

Nice company

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

A lot learning opportunities and networking opportunities

Cons

Cannot transfer to full time employee

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Merck KGaA Response
4mo
Thank you for your positive feedback about your experience at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. We're delighted to hear that you found valuable learning and networking opportunities during your time with us. Creating an environment where employees can develop professionally and build meaningful connections is central to our mission. We understand and regret that the transition to full-time employment wasn't possible during or after your tenure with us. If you haven't already done so, we encourage you to join our Talent Zone, as new opportunities may arise that align with your skills and career aspirations - and you know the company already, which is an advantage. Thank you for recommending Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
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