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Empowered People - Our People are the Key to Success

At LANXESS, success comes when our employees can reach their full potential.
We focus on employee co-determination and engage in dialog with works councils and trade unions around the world to ensure compliance with labor standards and adapt to changes such as digitalization. Diversity and inclusion are cornerstones of our culture: We embrace a rich mix of skills and backgrounds from around the globe. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our practices and policies, ensuring an inclusive work environment where all employees feel valued and included. We aim to retain 80% of our apprentices after succesful completion of their training, and we attract young talent through modern recruitment efforts, including global programs and digital tools.
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When Gender Equality is not a Foreign Word

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Our Employees and their Careers

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Employee Co-Determination

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Diversity & Inclusion

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Vocational Training

Our commitment to recruiting is a strategic priority, using digital platforms and an authentic employer brand to attract top candidates. We invest in employee development and talent management through leadership programs that prepare high performers for key roles.

To support employee well-being, LANXESS offers

  • fair remuneration, including performance-based bonuses, pension plans and benefits and
  • flexible working conditions, such as extended parental leave and caregiver support, to ensure work-life balance and increase productivity.

This holistic approach helps us build a motivated, skilled, and engaged workforce.

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Recruiting

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Employee Development & Talent Management

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Remuneration & Benefits

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Working Conditions & Provision

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LANXESS Tire Technology Expo 2026

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Ecologically valuable: Calcium sulfate binder CAB 30 from LANXESS

January 22, 2026
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VERBUND hydropower plant in Toeging, Germany

LANXESS reduces carbon footprint with green electricity from VERBUND

January 22, 2026