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Unilever

Unilever

Consumer GoodsSpain HQ: BarcelonaGlobal HQ: London, UK127000 employeesFounded 1930www.unilever.esBarcelonaMadridVillanueva de Algaidas

Unilever is one of the world's largest consumer goods companies, with a portfolio spanning food, beverages, personal care, and home care brands such as Dove, Knorr, Hellmann's, and Ben & Jerry's. Founded in 1930 through a merger, the company is headquartered in London, UK, and operates in over 190 countries, employing around 128,000 people worldwide. The company is known for its focus on sustainability, with its Unilever Compass strategy aiming to decouple growth from environmental impact.

In Spain, Unilever has a significant presence with its headquarters in Barcelona and other offices in Madrid. The Spanish operations cover sales, marketing, legal, and supply chain functions, including a large factory in Villanueva de Algaidas (Málaga) that is a key production site for food brands. Unilever is committed to a flexible, inclusive work culture and offers global career opportunities. For international professionals, Unilever Spain provides a dynamic environment that blends global scale with local market diversity, and roles often involve working across multicultural teams with English as a common language.

Company History

Unilever was formed in 1930 by the merger of Dutch margarine producer Margarine Unie and British soapmaker Lever Brothers. Over decades it expanded through numerous acquisitions including Lipton (1971), Bestfoods (2000), and GlaxoSmithKline's consumer products (2015). Today it is a global powerhouse with a portfolio of over 400 brands, many of which lead in Spanish home care, personal care, and ice cream.

and its products are sold in all major supermarkets across Spain.

For International Professionals

  • Unilever operates a global mobility program that supports international transferees with relocation assistance, including immigration and visa sponsorship.
  • The Spanish workforce includes employees from across the EU and beyond, with English widely used as a business language alongside Spanish.
  • Unilever offers a 'U-Work' agile working model, allowing roles to be tailored for flexibility, including remote work options.
  • The company's Villanueva del Rosario factory in Málaga is a major food production hub, offering engineering and technical roles with global standard.
  • Unilever has been recognized as a top employer in Spain, with a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion initiatives for women and employees with disabilities.

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