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Hindustan Unilever 
4.2
based on 6.4k Reviews
Proud winner of ABECA 2025 - AmbitionBox Employee Choice Awards
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Hindustan Unilever meets everyday needs for nutrition, hygiene and personal care with brands that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life.
Overall Rating
4.2/5
based on 6.4k reviews
8% above
industry average
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Skill development, Company culture, Job security
Work Policy
Work from office
53% employees reported
Monday to Saturday
68% employees reported
Flexible timing
62% employees reported
Within city
47% employees reported
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Job/Soft skill training
481 employees reported
Health insurance
404 employees reported
Office cab/shuttle
190 employees reported
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157 employees reported
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About Hindustan Unilever
Founded in1872 (153 yrs old)
India Employee Count10k-50k
Global Employee Count10k-50k
India HeadquartersMumbai, Maharashtra, India
Websitehul.co.in
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We’re driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace.
With 90 years of heritage in India, Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is India’s largest fast-moving consumer goods company. On any given day, nine out of ten Indian households use one or more of our brands, giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future. We are known for our great brands, the positive social impact we create and our belief in doing business the right way.
With 90 years of heritage in India, Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is India’s largest fast-moving consumer goods company. On any given day, nine out of ten Indian households use one or more of our brands, giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future. We are known for our great brands, the positive social impact we create and our belief in doing business the right way.
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Hindustan Unilever is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 6.4k company reviews. This rating reflects a generally positive employee experience, indicating satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Hindustan Unilever
based on 5.9k reviews
4.0
Rated by 821 Women
Rated 3.9 for Job security and 3.9 for Skill development
4.2
Rated by 5.1k Men
Rated 4.2 for Skill development and 4.1 for Job security
Work Policy at Hindustan Unilever
based on 743 reviews in last 6 months
Work from office
53%
Hybrid
39%
Permanent work from home
8%
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Overall Rating | 4.2/5 based on 6.4k reviews | 3.9/5 based on 6.2k reviews | 3.9/5 based on 3.2k reviews | 4.1/5 based on 2.8k reviews |
Highly Rated for | Skill development Job security Company culture | Job security Skill development | Salary Job security | Job security Work-life balance Skill development |
Critically Rated for |  No critically rated category | Promotions | No critically rated category | No critically rated category |
Primary Work Policy | Work from office 53% employees reported | Work from office 75% employees reported | Work from office 66% employees reported | Work from office 75% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 4.0 Good rated by 821 women | 3.7 Good rated by 558 women | 3.7 Good rated by 185 women | 3.6 Good rated by 110 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 4.2 Good rated by 5.1k men | 3.9 Good rated by 5.2k men | 3.9 Good rated by 2.9k men | 4.1 Good rated by 2.3k men |
Job security | 4.0 Good | 4.1 Good | 3.8 Good | 4.0 Good |
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Hindustan Unilever Salaries
Hindustan Unilever salaries have received with an average score of 3.9 out of 5 by 6.4k employees.
Teritory Sales Officer
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Sales Executive
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₹0.6 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
Marketing Executive
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₹1.1 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr
Key Accounts Executive
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₹7.8 L/yr - ₹16.8 L/yr
Team Lead
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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr
Expert Sales Executive
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Senior Key Account Executive
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Indian economy poised to continue sustainable and inclusive growth: HUL chairman
- HUL chairman, Nitin Paranjpe, believes the Indian economy is on track for sustainable and inclusive growth amidst global uncertainty.
- Paranjpe highlighted the evolving demands of Indian consumers for newer products and better experiences, emphasizing HUL's responsibility as a business.
- HUL is leveraging technology through its Premium Retail Organisation (PRO) to address customer needs and distribute its premium beauty portfolio.
- The company aims to partner India in its growth journey, focusing on long-term ambitions while ensuring minimal negative impact on the environment.
HinduBusinessLine | 30 Jun, 2025
Announcing The D2C & Retail Summit — Shaping The Future Of New Commerce In India
- India's D2C ecosystem is rapidly transforming, with significant VC funding and major deals shaping the sector in 2025.
- Key developments include Drools entering the unicorn club, HUL acquiring Minimalist, and various D2C brands securing substantial funding.
- Inc42 has been a driving force in India's D2C boom, organizing The D2C & Retail Summit to bring industry leaders together to shape the future of commerce.
- The summit addresses the blur between digital-first D2C brands and traditional retail and emphasizes the importance of omnichannel strategies for growth.
- India's D2C market is projected to reach $300 Bn by 2030, with omnichannel approaches becoming essential for success.
- The D2C & Retail Summit 2025 will focus on practical insights, featuring sessions on scaling, managing omnichannel rollouts, and leveraging AI.
- Attendees can expect contrasting perspectives from D2C disruptors and retail giants, with a lineup of 40+ leaders providing actionable frameworks for growth.
- The summit aims to equip participants with knowledge on unit economics, consumer preferences, and the complexities of scaling in the retail industry.
- The event offers curated interactions and peer learning opportunities, emphasizing strategic conversations and practical learning.
- The D2C & Retail Summit 2025 presents a unique opportunity for D2C and retail professionals to shape the future of Indian commerce.
Inc42 | 10 Jun, 2025
Meesho Mall onboards P&G, HUL & Himalaya brands to expand access of personal care
- Meesho Mall partners with P&G, HUL, and Himalaya brands to offer a wide range of personal care products to users in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
- The expanded assortment caters to the growing demand for beauty and hygiene products, positioning Meesho as a leading platform for everyday essentials.
- Meesho has achieved a Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) run rate of $6.2 billion for FY25, with a significant share of India’s ecommerce order volume.
- CLSA predicts Meesho to increase its e-commerce market share to 10% in the next six years, driven by its success in non-metro markets and focus on affordability.
HinduBusinessLine | 4 Jun, 2025
HUL MD Jawa’s remuneration rose 3.75% in FY25, CFO Tiwari’s remuneration up 9.69%
- HUL Managing Director Jawa's remuneration increased by 3.75% in FY25, reaching ₹3.65 crore for salary, ₹11.45 crore for allowances, ₹3.78 crore for bonus, and ₹2.76 crore for perks as long-term incentive.
- Jawa's remuneration was 146.47 times higher than the median remuneration of employees.
- Group CFO Ritesh Tiwari's total remuneration in FY25 was ₹9.39 crore, indicating a 9.69% rise. Tiwari received ₹2.74 crore for salary, ₹2.19 crore for allowances, ₹1.57 crore for bonus, and ₹2.51 crore for prerequisite long-term incentive.
- The average salary increase for non-managerial employees in FY25 was 4.62%. The remuneration hike for managerial personnel was based on market competitiveness, financial performance, and recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, as approved by the Board.
HinduBusinessLine | 31 May, 2025
Premium ice cream maker Hocco raises $10 million in Series B round round
- Premium ice cream maker Hocco raises $10 million in the first tranche of a $20 million Series B funding round co-led by Chona Family Office and Sauce VC.
- The funding will be used to expand manufacturing capacity, distribution networks, and enter new cities in India. Hocco plans to focus on product innovation and marketing to tap into the growing demand for premium food products.
- The Chona family, previously owners of Havmor, re-entered the ice cream business with Hocco in 2023 after a non-compete clause expired. Hocco aims for a revenue of Rs 500 crore and competes with established brands like Amul and HUL.
- The premium ice cream segment in India has seen increasing competition with startups like NIC, Go Zero, NOTO, Minus 30, and Hangyo attracting investor attention. The Indian ice cream market is valued at over $5 billion in FY25.
ISN | 16 May, 2025
Stock Market Today: All You Need To Know Going Into Trade On May 15
- The NSE Nifty 50 and Sensex closed with gains on Wednesday's trading session, with Nifty ending 0.36% higher at 24,666.90 and Sensex closing 0.22% up at 81,330.56.
- Foreign portfolio investors turned net buyers of Indian equities on Wednesday, purchasing equities worth Rs 931.8 crore, while domestic institutional investors bought equities worth Rs 316.3 crore.
- Key events to watch include the government releasing the trade deficit data for April.
- Earnings in focus include various companies like Abbott India, CESC, Page Industries, Muthoot Finance, and more reporting their financial results.
- Stocks in news involve companies like Wipro, Brigade Enterprises, Kirloskar Brothers, BASF India, Infosys, HUL, Yes Bank, and others announcing significant developments.
- In the currency market, the Indian rupee strengthened against the US dollar on Wednesday, closing at 85.28.
- Trading tweaks include Dynamic Cables shifting its price band, securities being excluded/included in the ASM framework, and companies going ex-record dividend.
- F&O cues reveal Nifty May Futures up by 0.36% to 24,728, with changes in open interest and put-call ratio.
- Bulk deals and block deals include transactions in shares of companies like Max Healthcare, Info Edge, Navin Fluorine International, and more.
- The article provides a comprehensive overview of the stock market activities, corporate earnings, trading updates, and currency movements for investors to stay informed.
Bloomberg Quint | 15 May, 2025
India Strikes Back: What It Means For Markets, Money, And Consumers
- India conducted a strike on terrorist bases in Pakistan, impacting various sectors in the country.
- Travel, tourism, and luxury spending sectors are expected to face immediate challenges due to heightened tensions.
- Food delivery platforms may experience a decline, while quick commerce services could benefit from increased demand for essentials.
- Consumer staples companies like HUL, Nestlé, Britannia, and ITC are likely to emerge as safe-haven investments during volatile times.
Bloomberg Quint | 7 May, 2025
Unisex Clothes, Trending Sneakers – How GenZs See Value Beyond Price Tags
- GenZs prioritize value over perception, breaking traditional norms and seeking authenticity in their purchases.
- They express identity through sneakers and athleisure, embracing comfort and style in unisex apparel choices.
- GenZ, born in the social media age, challenges brand loyalty and values, driving trends based on virality.
- They demand brands to align with their evolving values, influencing decisions like HUL's brand name change.
- GenZ scrutinizes product claims, checks ingredients, and seeks immersive experiences from brands.
- Tech-savvy GenZs allocate significant budgets to gadgets, influencing sales in electronics and wearables.
- They prioritize experiences in budgets, with a considerable focus on travel and entertainment along with tech spends.
- GenZs are active in the credit economy, contributing significantly to digital borrowing markets.
- They value fast deliveries and personalized AI recommendations, emphasizing convenience and time efficiency.
- Despite spending, GenZs are discerning consumers, valuing functionality and fairness over just the price tag.
Bloomberg Quint | 6 May, 2025
HUL’s Q4 Results Review: Analysts View Margin Guidance Cut As Part Of Aggressive Growth Agenda
- HUL's Q4 results showed a revision in near-term operating margin guidance to 22-23%, down from 23-24%, to fund higher ad spends and portfolio revamp for growth.
- The 2% volume growth in the March quarter signals improving demand, with analysts considering it a positive sign for the FMCG sector.
- Analysts view HUL's margin guidance cut as a strategic move to drive growth, despite near-term margin compression concerns.
- Goldman Sachs sees the margin guidance cut as a negative surprise driven by increased marketing spends for premiumization.
- JPMorgan expects growth to improve through FY 2026, driven by portfolio changes and improving macro trends, despite lower margin guidance.
- Jefferies notes short-term margin pain due to HUL's growth focus, with revenue growth being volume-led, offset by margin contraction from input costs.
- Nuvama revised its target price and EPS estimates in line with HUL's lower margin guidance but expects a return to 4-5% volume growth through strategic investments.
- Emkay Global mentions HUL's aggressive growth push, particularly in beauty and wellbeing segments, reflected in the revised margin guidance.
- Nirmal Bang anticipates muted earnings growth ahead for HUL despite innovation and price corrections, based on the revised margin guidance.
- The market reaction and analyst views highlight the trade-off between near-term margin pressures and long-term growth potential for HUL.
Bloomberg Quint | 25 Apr, 2025
Stock Recommendations Today: Axis Bank, HUL, Nestle, ACC On Brokerages' Radar
- Analysts' top stock recommendations for Friday included Axis Bank, HUL, Nestle, and ACC after their Q1 results, with focus on profitability and growth concerns.
- On Axis Bank, Bernstein noted an 'outperform' rating with improved profitability despite weak growth, while Macquarie emphasized loan growth trajectory and lower credit costs.
- HUL's prioritization of growth over margins led Jefferies to retain a 'buy' rating, mentioning short-term margin pain and concerns among investors.
- Nestle's Q4 performance received mixed reactions with Macquarie maintaining a 'neutral' stance due to margin beat and marketing spend reductions.
- ACC saw positive views from Nomura and Citi, highlighting Ebitda recovery and strong volumes, with expectations of group-wide efficiencies and cost benefits.
- Bank of America praised Delhi's road tax waiver for hybrid vehicles, while Macquarie maintained an 'outperform' rating on SBI Cards citing declining credit costs.
- UBS had a positive outlook on SBI Life Insurance, expecting growth in value of new business, and Citi cut target price on L&T Technology Services citing weaker revenue guidance.
- Morgan Stanley showed mixed sentiments on Aavas Financiers and Mphasis, while highlighting the uncertain macro environment's impact on business performance.
- Lastly, Jefferies was cautious on Syngene International due to Q4 earnings miss and subdued fiscal 2026 guidance, along with Morgan Stanley's balanced view on Macrotech Developers' valuations.
Bloomberg Quint | 25 Apr, 2025
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Hindustan Unilever FAQs
When was Hindustan Unilever founded?
Hindustan Unilever was founded in 1872. The company has been operating for 153 years primarily in the FMCG sector.
Where is the Hindustan Unilever headquarters located?
Hindustan Unilever is headquartered in London, England. It operates in 3 cities such as Mumbai, Kolkata, Mangaluru. To explore all the office locations, visit Hindustan Unilever locations.
How many employees does Hindustan Unilever have in India?
Hindustan Unilever currently has more than 19,000+ employees in India. Sales & Business Development department appears to have the highest employee count in Hindustan Unilever based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Hindustan Unilever have good work-life balance?
Hindustan Unilever has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 6,400+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 83% employees rated Hindustan Unilever 4 or above, while 17% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Hindustan Unilever work-life balance reviews for more details.
Is Hindustan Unilever good for career growth?
Career growth at Hindustan Unilever is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.4. 17% employees rated Hindustan Unilever 3 or below, while 83% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions / appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading Hindustan Unilever promotions / appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros and cons of working in Hindustan Unilever ?
Working at Hindustan Unilever comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for skill development, company culture and job security. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, based on 6,400+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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