UNILEVER UK LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
48Poor
0.5vs last year
#3788 in UK
#58 in Food And Drink
#1356 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00334527
Registered Address
Lever House, 3 St James Road, Kingston Upon Thames, United Kingdom, KT1 2BA
Status
Active
Employee Count
2,420
Turnover
£2,073,410,000
EBITDA
£203,741,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
9 December 1937
Nature of Business
10520 - Manufacture of ice cream
20411 - Manufacture of soap and detergents
Industries
Food And Drink, Supply Chain, Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
63 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:180 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
31%
31-60 Days
18%
After 60 Days
51%
Not Paid Within Terms3%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-07-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202528 Jul 20256331%18%51%3%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202429 Jul 20246330%18%52%3%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 20236431%18%51%1%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202226 Jan 20236331%20%49%2%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20226330%20%50%2%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202101 Feb 20226231%20%49%2%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202129 Jul 20215642%16%42%4%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20206229%24%47%3%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201928 Jan 20206031%25%44%3%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201930 Jul 20196228%27%45%4%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20196230%25%45%7%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201825 Jul 20186128%29%43%4%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Unilever UK Limited standard payment terms are 90 days from receipt of a valid invoice. We offer payment terms of 30 days from receipt of a valid invoice for SME suppliers, charities and business associations.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

180

Dispute Resolution Process

Suppliers can get in touch with Unilever's Accounts Payable Helpdesk for any invoice or payment queries via phone or by logging a request using the Supplier Query Form also find out How To Invoice Unilever. The website also provides information on what to include on invoices, how to read a purchase order or escalate an existing query.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

UNILEVER UK LIMITED is a multinational consumer goods company that operates in over 190 countries, including the UK. They have a strong focus on sustainability, with various initiatives and programs in place to reduce their environmental impact and promote social responsibility.

The company offers a wide range of products and services across multiple categories, including food and beverages, personal care, and home care. Some of their popular brands in the UK include Knorr, Dove, and Hellmann's.

One of their key sustainability programs is the "Unilever Sustainable Living Plan", which aims to reduce their environmental footprint and improve the health and well-being of their customers. This includes targets such as sourcing 100% of their agricultural raw materials sustainably and reducing their greenhouse gas emissions by 50%.

The company is also committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, with a focus on gender balance and equal opportunities. They have a "Diversity & Inclusion" program in place to achieve these goals.

The key people at UNILEVER UK LIMITED include the CEO, Alan Jope, and the Chairman, Marijn Dekkers. They can be contacted through the company's registered office address at Unilever House, 100 Victoria Embankment, London, EC4Y 0DY, UK. Their website address is www.unilever.co.uk.

In summary, UNILEVER UK LIMITED is a leading consumer goods company with a strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. They offer a diverse range of popular products and have a dedicated team of leaders working towards their goals. Their registered office address and website provide easy access to contact them for any inquiries or concerns.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£1,295,843,000
Total Current Assets
£1,336,852,000
Total Current Liabilities
£468,744,000

Company Location