Overview
- Phatak’s appointment is effective immediately, and he joins both the Unilever board and the Unilever Leadership Executive.
- The board said it conducted an internal and external search before unanimously selecting Phatak for the role.
- He has served as acting CFO since February–March 2025 after previously working as deputy CFO and group controller.
- Unilever disclosed fixed annual pay of about €1.2 million, with eligibility for an annual bonus and performance share plan awards.
- The company highlights his role in driving volume growth, margin expansion and execution of near‑term strategic actions, including the planned separation of the ice‑cream business.