Unilever is hiring an experienced and forward-thinking HR Associate Director – Inclusion and Culture to lead cultural transformation efforts across North America. This role reports to the Head of Inclusion & Culture North America and will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our people strategy to enable a winning culture which fuels our business growth ambitions and strengthens our employment brand.
The ideal candidate is an experienced, well rounded HR leader who aspires to grow within Unilever’s HR organization. This person is a strategic thinker and change agent who can lead through complexity and is energized by purpose. This role requires strong skills in business partnering, communication, audience engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence the employee experience and proposition, partner with senior leaders, activate inclusive practices that unlock the full potential of our people, and partner subject matter experts across the globe.
If you are looking for a role that offers you leadership over Unilever’s strategic HR initiatives, this role is for you!
Who You Are & What You Will Do
Lead Culture Strategy: Develop North America culture strategy and activations to boost overall employee engagement.
Champion Inclusion & Belonging: Develop and activate strategies aligned to business objectives while ensuring key stakeholder engagement and excellence in delivery.
Elevate Employment Brand: Oversee branding and talent attraction programs. Design forward-looking approaches that attract top talent, strengthen our pipeline and showcase Unilever’s values and culture.
Strategic HR Partnership: Serve as a trusted partner to senior leaders and executive sponsors. Build strong relationships across functions and employee networks, guiding strategic activation, cultural celebrations, and inclusive practices.
Employee Experience Transformation: Define and implement initiatives that create a winning culture of accountability, care, respect, and spark joy across the organization for all.
Change Management: Champion organizational transformation through clear communication and empowerment.
Compliance & Governance: Advise on inclusion-related issues, ensuring alignment with U.S. and Canadian regulations and Unilever standards.
What You Will Need to Succeed
Education: BA/BS required; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience: 8+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably including time as an HR Business Partner and direct experience in driving inclusion, culture, and organizational engagement initiatives.
Proven track record in leading complex projects with significant communication, change management and organizational design components.
Strong ability to strategically influence senior leaders and key stakeholders.
Skills & Knowledge: Deep understanding of Inclusion & Belonging principles, U.S. employment law, and compliance requirements.
Expertise in change management, communication planning, and organizational development.
Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Certifications: PHR/SPHR or Inclusion-related certifications are a plus.
Mindset: Highly action-oriented, engaging, innovative, and agile with a passion for building inclusive cultures.
Why Join Us?
At Unilever, we believe that inclusion fuels innovation and growth. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our culture and business performance while working in a dynamic, purpose-driven organization.
By fostering a culture where people are encouraged to take smart risks, share bold ideas, and bring their full selves to the table, we unlock the kind of creativity and confidence that drives real impact. We are building a culture with the edge to challenge convention, the swagger to lead with conviction, and the mindset to operate like a #1 business.
Pay: The pay range for this position is $141,680 to $212,520. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.
Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.
Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.
Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.
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What We Do
Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best.
Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods to indulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxurious shampoos and everyday household care products. We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knorr, Dove, Axe, Hellmann’s and Omo, alongside trusted local names and innovative-forward thinking brands like Ben & Jerry’s, The Dollar Shave Club and Dermalogica.
Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you.
