Overview

Our Unilever Future Leaders Programme (UFLP) is a 36-month rotational leadership development programme in the UK for top-performing undergraduates who demonstrate potential to become managers. From Day 1 you will work on live projects within your function and across the organization, developing core professional and leadership skills and building a robust support network.

From Day 1 you will take on real business challenges within your own function and across the organization, with opportunities to grow into a manager through hands-on learning alongside world-class experts.

What do we look for?

Creative flair is valuable, but marketing is commercially focused and requires strong business skills. Look for a deep sense of rationale, ambition, organisational and analytical skills, and a head for figures.

The role: Marketing

The three-year development programme is designed to develop leadership capabilities and provide the potential for promotion to manager after 3 years. You will work on live projects to gain the experience needed for your first management role.

What will the programme involve?

Over three years you’ll cover up to three placements. In local UK & Ireland brand-building placements you will gain exposure to commercial marketing and work with iconic brands such as Dove, Persil, Sure, and Marmite, managing brand elements. You may also work with brand development teams on strategy, product innovation, and advertising development at global or regional levels. You will gain hands-on exposure to Customer Development (Sales), build relationships, analyze relevant data, own financial forecasting, agree on a tailored business plan, and negotiate promotions.

First-hand experience is the fastest way to learn. The Unilever culture is varied, friendly, and encourages innovative thinking. We will push and support you to achieve your potential while allowing you to shape your career path according to your interests, strengths, and aspirations.

What could your day-to-day role include (depending on your role)?

You’ll deepen knowledge of our brands and the people who use them, and use that insight to help develop our products’ personalities and bring them to life. This could include working on a deodorant launch, researching trends in hair care, looking at sponsorship opportunities, or planning a social-first campaign. Roles span across Europe and the globe.

Possible positions

• Pot Noodle Assistant Brand Manager UKI
• Homecare Disruptive Innovation Assistant Brand Manager
• Global Dove Hair Assistant Brand Manager

Skills and requirements

• Brand Advocacy
• Media and Strategy Planning
• Brand visioning and planning
• Performance Marketing
• Commercial Acumen
• Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

Please note that the skills listed are good to have at the beginning; you will develop them throughout the programme.

Application process

1. Online Application
2. Profile Assessment
3. Digital Interview
4. Discovery Centre

The digital interview will include short questions and a business case. You will be asked to solve real-world problems using Unilever scenarios. The interview can be completed anytime and anywhere. Note: we do not use AI as a screening tool; submissions are reviewed by a real person.

What can Unilever offer YOU?

• A competitive salary of £35,000
• A benefits envelope of 25% of base salary
• A pension scheme
• Annual bonus
• A discounted staff shop
• Subsidised gym memberships
• Shares
• Relocation support through a £5,000 tax-free loan
• 25 days of holiday allowance

Diversity and inclusion

Diversity at Unilever is about championing inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better business performance. We have internal networks and communities to raise awareness and drive change. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

Support and adjustments

We provide support through onboarding buddies, career sponsors, experienced line managers, bespoke Learning & Development Plans, and opportunities to gain leadership experience outside rotations. If you require adjustments in the application or assessment process, inform the Talent Acquisition team to discuss accessibility options. We offer various accessibility options such as magnification, font size adjustments, color changes, screen rulers, and screen masks. Please contact the Talent Acquisition team at UFLP.recruitmentUK@unilever.com.

Location and travel

Location: A 3-year programme with rotations across the UK; applicants must be geographically mobile. Travel: Approximately 10–25% of time, depending on rotation.

Discovery Centre

W/C 24th November 2025 at our Kingston office.

Closing date

Closing date is rolling; apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out if applications close early.

Recruitment fraud

Unilever does not tolerate recruitment fraud. Do not pay for background checks or visa costs. If you encounter potential fraud, report it via Una Live Chat. Unilever is not responsible for candidates financially impacted by recruitment fraud.

EEO statement

Unilever is committed to diversity and inclusion to drive business results. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy and maternity.