High employee attrition at Unilever International... beware - Anonymous employee Unilever Employee Review

1.0
Apr 5, 2022
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Reasonable pay and benefits The myriad of 3rd party vendors were very helpful

Cons

It is no coincidence that there are a number of negative reviews about Unilever International (UI). A toxic subculture exists at UI, that (I've been told) is at odds to that of the other Unilever business units. This culture is driven primarily from the top and reverberates through the entire team. Understandably, this has contributed to the very high attrition rate within this group. I'm a seasoned professional and I admit I was blindsided by this behaviour, never having experienced anything quite like it in my career. It eventually impacted my life outside of work, but I would be the most concerned about those team members who may be struggling with their mental health and wellbeing going through this experience.

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5.0
Jan 22, 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
Jun 19, 2026
Recommend
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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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