Merck KGaA reviews

3.9

79% would recommend to a friend

(2,084 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 2,084 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
1.0
Mar 27, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The best thing about this place was leaving it.

Cons

If you want a job with no work life balance, everyone looking down on you, 0 progression, favouritism and discrimination then I’d recommend working here. The list goes on and on. The worst place I have ever worked without a doubt and wouldn’t recommend getting a job here to anyone.

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Merck KGaA Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear that your time at our company did not meet your expectations. The concerns you raise – around work-life balance, workplace culture, progression opportunities, and fairness – are matters we take very seriously. Discrimination and favouritism have no place in our organisation, and we hold ourselves to high standards in these areas. While we are not in a position to address the specifics of your experience here, we want to be clear that feedback like yours is important and does not go unnoticed. We continuously work to foster an inclusive, respectful and supportive work environment across all our sites. We wish you all the best in your future career.
4.0
Mar 25, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good environment to learn and excel. If you willing to contribute more, you will have the opportunity to grow.

Cons

The matrix setup of the organization could be challenging to navigate around. You must really like to solve complex challenges to enjoy working in the company.

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Merck KGaA Response
2mo
Thank you for your honest and balanced review of your time at our company. We appreciate your remarks regarding the complexity of navigating our matrix organisation. Given that we are a 350 year old global company of more than 60,000 employees worldwide, we acknowledge that this structure can present challenges. That said, we also believe it cultivates resilience, adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills — qualities that are not only highly valued across our global organisation, but also valuable traits to have in today's ever-changing world. We remain committed to continuously improving the experience of our employees and ensuring that our organisational structure supports their success. It is wonderful to hear that you found our environment conducive to learning and growth, and that your willingness to contribute was met with real opportunities to excel. Thank you once again for your thoughtful feedback. We wish you all the best in your future endeavours and hope that the skills and experiences gained here continue to serve you well on your professional journey.
4.0
Mar 16, 2026

Overall good experience

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Interesting projects, little to no micromanagement, helpful people, remote work.

Cons

Corporate structure and processes, low salary raises, sometimes chaotic decisions.

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Merck KGaA Response
2mo
Thank you for sharing your experience and for the 4-star rating. Interesting projects, a culture of trust and autonomy, supportive colleagues, and remote flexibility are all things we care deeply about building — so it's rewarding to hear it is resonating with you. Compensation is something we continuously review against market benchmarks, and we acknowledge there is always room to further improve. Regarding what can sometimes feel like chaotic decision-making: what may at times appear as sudden shifts are often deliberate responses to a rapidly changing market environment. In an increasingly volatile landscape, the ability to anticipate and adapt is something we consciously work to build into how we operate — even when that means moving quickly in ways that aren't always immediately transparent to everyone. We are equally aware that bringing our people along on that journey, and communicating the "why" behind decisions, is something we remain committed to improving further. As a current employee, we encourage you to use our annual Employee Engagement Survey to share your specific experiences and ideas — this is one of the most direct ways your voice shapes how we evolve. Thank you for your continued energy and commitment to our company.
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