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      Good for you CV - Finance Analyst Unilever Employee Review

      3.0
      25 July 2017
      Finance analyst
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      Pros

      80% of the people you work with will be amazing especially in a global role. I have travelled and met up with people across many countries. Unilever looks amazing on your CV, there is a perception out there that anyone who works there is highly intelligent (not the case). Reality is, it is also very hard to get in (which it is) and this makes you very attractive to the outside world.

      Cons

      Pay is very bad, about 30 to 40% below the market. Progression in finance is at an all time low. They favour grads who only need to have 2.3 years work experience from uni to become a manager. You will often find finance directors and managers who have a lack of technical & strategic skills as a result of this grad scheme. My key reason for leaving was the lack of progression, an external hire can expect to hand around for many years to get promoted. I found that to really have a chance of progression, you don't have to work that hard and show great ability, you must be the master of brown nosing.

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      Unilever Response
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      Hi. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your previous role with us. All feedback is warmly received - both positive and constructive. We're pleased to see you mention your colleagues and international opportunities as particular positives of your time here. We'll ensure your points around renumeration, progression and bringing in new ideas 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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      5.0
      22 Jan 2026
      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      Love the people, great mentors, wonderful team members. Very welcoming office and great relationships. I love coming to work!

      Cons

      Under resourced and underpaid for the skills I bring to the table, which contributes to retention issues

      4.0
      19 June 2026
      Associate procurement manager
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      Pros

      Great people, strong brands, and a lot of ownership. I’ve had opportunities to manage large spend portfolios, lead cross-functional projects, and work with teams across Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, and R&D. The company invests in development and provides exposure to senior leadership that can help accelerate your career.

      Cons

      Performance and rewards don’t always feel aligned. High performers can sometimes feel underappreciated, and career advancement can be slower than expected due to organizational complexity and internal politics. Decision-making can also take longer than it should because of the number of stakeholders involved.

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