A great place to start your career, but leave as soon as you have a chance - R&D Manager Unilever Employee Review

1.0
3 Mar 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Global network Access to global best practices Great people World-class brands Well-established procedures international opportunities

Cons

Salary not comparable to mkt average lack of leadership risk adverse career plan is joke It never does what it preaches Morbidly slow Poor accountability Decisions take too long Too reactive, does not lead the market, only tries to follow.

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5.0
22 Jan 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Business outlook

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 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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