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    Life at KWS

Experience KWS through the eyes of our colleagues.

What's it like to be part of KWS? Scroll down to hear directly from our colleagues as they share their experiences, talk about their roles, and reflect on what makes our culture meaningful to them. These video stories offer a genuine look into everyday life at KWS - through the voices of the people who know it best.

Our colleagues talking about the company culture:

Mann mit Glatze in weißem Hemd steht in einem modernen Flur mit orangefarbenem Boden und hält ein Mikrofon in der Hand.

Why Berlin colleagues like working at KWS -

Sanny from team Employer Branding asks colleagues in the Berlin office what they like most about working at KWS. This video gives a team-based view of working at KWS Berlin. Employees describe people, friendships, international collaboration and cultural diversity as key reasons they enjoy working there. The video mentions around 20 nationalities in one team, showing that KWS Berlin is positioned as a highly international workplace. Employees also mention benefits such as gym access, subsidized lunch, corporate discounts, training platforms, international remote work and flexibility in office attendance. The video connects administrative and back-office work to KWS’s wider purpose by explaining that these teams help the business focus on operations and production.

Frau in beiger Anzugjacke und Hose sitzt auf einer grauen Fläche und zeigt Daumen hoch. Im Hintergrund sind grüne Pflanzen sichtbar.

Meet Joselyne & Mehmet -Working Students Recruiting

Joselyne and Mehmet describe KWS workplace culture as a mix of professionalism, friendliness, collaboration, and support. Even working students can contribute to projects, learn from colleagues, and feel welcomed.

Frau mit langen, braunen Haaren sitzt lächelnd in einem modernen Raum mit pinken und grünen Wänden. Ein Tisch ist im Hintergrund sichtbar.

Meet Daniela & Jordana -Team Accounts Payable

Daniela and Jordana describe KWS culture as innovative, growth-oriented, collaborative, and multicultural. They value positive team energy and learning from colleagues across countries and regions every day.

Junger Mann mit schwarzem Pullover im Weihnachtsdesign sitzt vor einer großen Pflanze. Er trägt eine orangefarbene Kette um den Hals.

Meet Parvez -Working Student Tax

Parvez describes KWS workplace culture as approachable and supportive, where senior managers, students, and colleagues share knowledge. As a working student, he has gained exposure to meetings, projects, upper management, AI-enabled process improvement, macros, and technical skill development.

Mann in blauer Hemd steht an einem Geländer in einem modernen Innenraum mit Blumenwand im Hintergrund.

Meet Dennis -Advanced Scientist Breeding Technologies

Dennis describes KWS as grounded in Einbeck and the local countryside while also being visionary, open to new ideas, and tolerant of diversity. His first impression was that KWS scientists share the same passion and scientific mindset as university researchers.

Frau mit Brille und gestreifter Bluse steht in einem modernen Raum. Im Hintergrund sind Bilder und ein Schriftzug zur Diversität sichtbar.

Meet Natalia -Strategic Planning Manager

Natalia explains how strategic planning supports the company mission by aligning different business areas, identifying trends and opportunities, and developing a shared long-term strategy. Her advice to candidates is to join KWS if they want purpose, growth, collaboration, curiosity, and openness to new ideas.

Frau mit dunklen Haaren in einem weißen Oberteil und beigem Rock steht in einem modernen Gebäude. Sie lächelt und lehnt an einem Geländer.

Meet Sofia -Project Manager Sugarbeet

Sofia describes the KWS value of closeness through daily interactions with farmers. Employees collect feedback in the field, understand farmer needs, and develop long-term, sustainable solutions beyond selling seed products.

Frau mit Brille und kurzer Frisur steht in einem modernen Gebäude und trägt einen blauen Blazer. Sie blickt in die Kamera.

Meet Milica -Expert Digital Farming

Milica describes KWS as an environment where people and culture act as catalysts for innovation. She highlights psychological safety, freedom to test ideas, and the connection between plant breeding and innovation.

Frau mit blonden Haaren und blumigem Oberteil sitzt an einem Tisch in einem modernen Raum. Sie lächelt in die Kamera.

Meet Etiene - Expert Comp. & Ben. &Meet Hannah - Operations Manager

Etiene and Hannah describe KWS as welcoming to different cultures and nationalities, precise in work standards, and supportive enough to allow mistakes. Employees value friendly colleagues, comfort in being themselves, and opportunities to build from scratch.

Mann mit Brille und Laptop in der Hand, lächelt. Eine Frau im Hintergrund trägt eine Tasse und schaut ebenfalls lächelnd.

Meet Chathurika & Konstantinos -Team Tax &Tax Compliance

Konstantinos and Chathurika describe tax and tax compliance roles that ensure smooth operations, team goal achievement, and compliance with tax laws across countries. They describe KWS culture as open, respectful, empowering, international, and collaborative.

Frau mit schwarzem Haar sitzt lächelnd auf einer grauen Bank vor grünen Pflanzen. Sie trägt ein hellrosa Oberteil und graue Hose.

Meet Chathurika - Associate Tax &Sofia - Project Manager Sugarbeet

Chathurika and Sofia describe KWS as different because of its pleasant and respectful working environment, balance of work and play, family-owned identity, long-term decision-making, and shared agricultural passion among colleagues

Our colleagues talking about their roles:

Junge Frau mit Brille steht in einem modernen Raum. Im Hintergrund sind orangefarbene Sitzgelegenheiten und Bilder an der Wand sichtbar.

Meet Natalia -Strategic Planning Manager

Natalia explains how strategic planning supports the company mission by aligning different business areas, identifying trends and opportunities, and developing a shared long-term strategy. Her advice to candidates is to join KWS if they want purpose, growth, collaboration, curiosity, and openness to new ideas.

Mann in blauer Hemd steht an einem Geländer in einem modernen Innenraum mit einer großen Blumenwand im Hintergrund.

Meet Dennis -Advanced Scientist Breeding Technologies

Dennis works as a scientist in breeding technologies. His team identifies genes, such as disease resistance traits, and transfers them into breeder material through classical breeding so farmers receive plants with strong agronomic properties.

Frau mit kurzen Haaren und Brille steht in einem modernen Gebäude. Sie trägt einen blauen Blazer und ein weißes T-Shirt.

Meet Milica -Expert Digital Farming

Milica works in Digital Farming Solutions and supports tools that provide field-specific, variety-specific recommendations for farmers. The work extends beyond seed delivery by using long-term variety knowledge and seasonal field data to support farmers throughout the season.

Mann mit Brille und Laptop in der Hand, lächelt. Eine Frau im Hintergrund trägt eine Tasse und schaut ebenfalls lächelnd.

Meet Konstantinos -Team Coordinator Tax & Tax Compliance

Konstantinos works as Team Coordinator in the Tax & Tax Compliance team at KWS. His role focuses on ensuring team goals are achieved, supporting smooth daily operations, and helping the company meet tax compliance requirements. He highlights the collaborative working environment, opportunities for professional growth, and supportive culture as key reasons to join KWS.

Eine Frau mit langen Haaren sitzt an einem Tisch mit einem Laptop und einer Tasse. Im Hintergrund sind bunte, strähnige Muster zu sehen.

Meet Barbara & Nikolett -Team Accounts Receivables & Payables

Barbara and Nikolett work in the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams at KWS. Their work supports financial operations by managing customer payments, processing invoices, investigating payment discrepancies, and maintaining accurate financial records. They describe KWS as an international workplace where employees collaborate across countries, languages, and cultures. According to their experience, teamwork, diversity, and development opportunities are important aspects of working at KWS.

Frau mit schwarzem Haar sitzt lächelnd auf einer Bank vor grünen Pflanzen. Sie trägt ein hellrosa Oberteil und graue Hose.

Meet Chathurika -Associate Tax & Tax Compliance

Chathurika works in Tax & Tax Compliance at KWS. She supports compliance activities across multiple countries and helps ensure adherence to local tax regulations. She describes the workplace as respectful, collaborative, and balanced, combining professional responsibility with a positive team environment.

Mann mit kurzen, braunen Haaren steht vor einem dichten, grünen Busch. Er trägt ein grünes Polo-Shirt und hat die Hände in die Hüften gestützt.

Meet Alexandru -Lead of Marketing & Communications Romania

Alexandru serves as Marketing Lead for Romania at KWS. His responsibilities include marketing activities for farmers, customer engagement initiatives, and internal communication support. He describes the company culture as warm, welcoming, and engaging, and highlights a strong sense of belonging at KWS.

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