Unilever reviews

4.0

79% would recommend to a friend

(11,401 total reviews)

Hein Schumacher

66% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

Unilever has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 11,401 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Unilever employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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11K reviews
4.0
Jun 21, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits package. Company is state of the art in most things. Great pride in the employees that they work for Unilever, though many are understandably reticent to trust they'll have a job, or a similar job, with Unilever in 3-5 years, though I suppose in the Internet age, this is just how life is with a large company.

Cons

As with most overly large companies, some times I really have to question the competence and leadership abilities of senior management. Granted, there are obviously things I am not privy to, but some of the cloaking of minor details is almost comical, and at least sophomoric.

2.0
May 27, 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The best reason to work is probably the above than pay amongst other professionals in the FMCG industry. Training & development is also highly encouraged.

Cons

Very hierarchical and seniority almost always trumps any good idea or initiative. Restructuring caused many people their jobs, some after serving for 10+ years.

3.0
May 15, 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great people. Great products. For employees in the core business (trade marketing, category management) - a lot of oppotunities to learn and move between locations, positions and products.

Cons

A lot of restructuring happened over the years. Brands being bought and sold with people fired. Would rather hire a stranger than promote from within.

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