Formulation Scientist Review
at Unilever
Graduate Job
Science
Port Sunlight
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
4.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of the Role
4.6/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Unilever?
Very good. Lots of opportunities for progression and learning. Fast paced but very motivating environment.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Formulating new products for global markets in the lab.
Stability testing.
Data Analysis. This was a stretch target and I was able to follow my passion for this via external learning courses.
Stability testing.
Data Analysis. This was a stretch target and I was able to follow my passion for this via external learning courses.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
From the beginning my thoughts were listened to and I feel like my ideas are always considered.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
Good compensation package and pension contributions. Good employee discounts programme and access to wellbeing resources.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
Very well. It encompasses a broad range of experiences and skills that are critical for future development.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Very good. Was given access to a lot of learning resources and encouraged to read around my job area to develop further. Expressed I had interest in developing my data skills and was able to follow this.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
Regular catch ups with manager and good support from my wider team.
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
It is a busy environment but the workload is manageable allowing for a good balance.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
Overall very good.
How would you rate Unilever initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
The company clearly has a strong desire to be inclusive and succeeds at this.
How would you rate Unilever CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Unilever to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Very motivating work environment, and I am proud to work for this company.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
Fully matched my expectations.
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Unilever?
NA. Onboarding and application process was very smooth.
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at Unilever
- Degree Apprenticeship
- Port Sunlight
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4.6
