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      Unilever

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      Unilever reviews

      4.0

      80% would recommend to a friend

      (11,401 total reviews)

      Hein Schumacher

      65% approve of CEO

      63% positive business outlook

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      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
      Sep 11, 2008

      It's a good company, especially for the area, but still has some work to be done.

      Scientist
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Unilever tries to make it a good company to work for. They have a good basis when it comes to community outreach and volunteering. They do several days that are not counted towards vacation etc. as company, and also have an additional policy that allows you to take 3 days volunteering for an outside organization. Overall I really like working here. They are working towards encouraging cross-training and really putting people where they will do best. But, at the same time they are a company out to make money. Most of the time it's high stress, and goal orientated. One of the key sayings is that If Unilever only knew what Unilever knows.

      Cons

      At the same time they are a company out to make money. Most of the time it's high stress, and goal orientated. Many people feel guilty going home on time, and work from home to compensate. One of the key sayings is that If Unilever only knew what Unilever knows. They are new at working as a global company so working on communication is a constant. There are groups of peolple who don't do their job, leave early,. come in late etc, and that is allowed. It's frustrating to the people who carry the load and put in the effort.

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      Unilever Response
      8y
      Hi. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review of your current role with us. It’s really pleasing to see that you highlight a number of positives, including the opportunity to volunteer and use your time for outside causes. We’ll ensure your points around stress and communication are passed on to the respective teams. We wish you all the best and continued success at Unilever.
      4.0
      Sep 8, 2008

      well I like it anyway ...!

      It manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      I love the culture - it is delivery focused wihtout losing the personal touch. The cmapus has been redeveloped in 2008 and it is really excellent - bright, open and helps to create an environment where I can interact with my colleagues and friends. One of the reasons I joined Unilever was the brands - everything from Dove to Hellmanns, Ben & Jerry to Bertolli - seeing brands you work with day in day out on the shelves is a ral buzz!

      Cons

      Unilever? Not many downsides - the biggest one is the industry we are in CPG is a VERY tight sector so think most of the companies are similar.

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      Unilever Response
      8y
      Hi. Thank you for your review - we really appreciate the insight. It's great to see you mention the culture and the brands as particular positives of your time with us so far. We wish you all the best and continued success throughout 2018.
      4.0
      Sep 5, 2008

      Great culture and experience, shame about the progression

      Customer account manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      In the UK as a WL1 or 2 there is a good work-life balance, particualry when compared to industries like banking, consulting etc. The culture is also very supportive and friendly, there is a 'nice' culture. The variety of brands and countries that Unilever covers also provides great experience and is one of the biggest players in FMCG.

      Cons

      Career progression in the UK is somewhat limited. You can get promoted if you are prepared to wait a long time. The other downside is the pay in that it is not that great (at the time of writing) and imporvments are infrequent. Bonuses do vary in line with business performance. This is in the context of what salaries are like in competitors - if you want a better salary you can often get one quite easily through leaving the business.

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      Unilever Response
      8y
      Hi. Thank you for providing an insight into your previous role with us - it's incredibly helpful. Your highlights of work life balance, brands and culture as positives are great to see. We will ensure your comments around progression and renumeration are passed on to the respective teams. We hope your current role is proving successful and wish you all the best.
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