DHL Express France Named #1 Best Workplaces® France 2025: a Strategy of Excellence Based on Employee Engagement

The Best Workplaces ranking by Great Place to Work® represents the highest level of recognition for a company's quality of work life. For DHL Express France, this distinction marks the culmination of a decade dedicated to developing a fulfilling corporate culture based on passion, respect, positive attitude, commitment, perseverance, and teamwork.

This top position, based on internationally recognized criteria evaluated by Great Place to Work, reflects the satisfaction and engagement of the 3,000 employees at DHL Express France. Since 2020, the company has hired over 400 new employees annually: new hires who have joined a company with a strong employee loyalty, as nearly 25% of its workforce has more than 20 years in the company, demonstrating their well-being within the organization.

Philippe Prétat, CEO of DHL Express France, underlines: “Achieving 1st place in the Best Workplaces France ranking is a tremendous pride for us. It is proof that we have managed to create a work environment conducive to personal development and collective performance. Training, development, and recognition of employees are the main pillars of this strategy, which has been consistently pursued for over 10 years. This success is the result of the joint efforts of our management and HR teams, as well as all our 3,000 employees in France who contribute daily to embodying the company’s values. DHL Express France has instilled a management culture based on respect and performance. We will continue our efforts in this direction to attract and retain the best talents to provide Excellence in service to our customers. We want to be both a Provider of Choice for our Customers and an Employer of Choice for our employees.”

High level of training and development programs

Each year, DHL Express offers an average of more than 3 days of training to each of its employees. In 2024, 100% of employees participated in at least one training activity. The “Certified International Specialist” (CIS) program, deployed internationally, ensures continuous skill development and an evolving career path at all levels of the company: onboarding pathways, specific job modules, and leadership programs such as the “Supervisory” training, which spans 2 years and culminates in certification. DHL Express France also has programs promoting internal mobility, such as “Path to success,” for operational staff: already 8 promotions, with 75% of participants promoted.

Employee Engagement Recognized

Employees benefit from a comprehensive recognition program that values their performance, customer focus, and contributions to the company's success. Initiatives such as “Employee of the Year,” “Long Service Awards,” and “Thank You Week” highlight team engagement and reinforce the corporate culture.

An optimized work environment

DHL Express France has invested €420 million over the past 5 years to expand and modernize its operational sites across the country, providing a better working environment for employees with state-of-the-art equipment. The introduction of innovations like exoskeletons, pallet lifting systems, and massages helps reduce fatigue and occupational risks. By promoting a healthy and safe work environment, the company retains its engaged and high-performing teams.

DHL Express France strengthens Its commitment for employee well-Being and social responsibility

DHL Express France actively pursues initiatives for the well-being and physical and mental health of its employees. The company implements new actions to reduce workplace stress, enhance prevention, and raise awareness among its teams about these essential issues. Beyond its internal commitment, DHL Express France also affirms its social responsibility supporting causes that are particularly important to its employees. In partnership with organizations like SOS Children’s Villages, Les Restos du Cœur and Odyssea, the company multiplies its solidarity initiatives. Furthermore, through the DHL’s Got Heart program, DHL Express France encourages and values the individual engagement of its employees by providing financial support for their volunteer actions. Through these concrete commitments, DHL Express France confirms its desire to place humanity and solidarity at the heart of its DNA.