Happi Top 30 leader Unilever has officially opened its new U.S. headquarters at the Waterfront Corporate Center at 111 River Street in Hoboken, NJ, marking a major milestone in its strategic transformation and continued commitment to modern, flexible work environments. 

A grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 5, 2025.

The new office spans 111,000 square feet across three newly designed floors and welcomes 1,100+ employees from key business units and corporate functions. The move comes as part of Unilever’s broader effort to enhance collaboration, support hybrid work models, and foster an environment where innovation thrives.

“We are proud to officially celebrate our new home in Hoboken,” said Herrish Patel, President of Unilever USA and CEO of Personal Care North America. “This is a monumental milestone for Unilever USA, and this state-of-the-art workplace supports modern ways of working, while bringing people together in a way that is dynamic and inspires creativity. The design supports the innovation and energy behind Unilever’s largest market and one of the key anchor markets for future growth for the company globally.”  

New Features

Designed in partnership with global architecture firm Perkins & Will, the space emphasizes sustainability, efficiency, and employee experience. Features include:  

• A state-of-the-art, professional kitchen for Unilever Food Solutions, where chefs craft recipes using iconic brands such as Knorr and Hellmann’s, reimagining mealtime for millions and aiming to spark a new love for good food across the country.

• A full-service salon where science, brands, and real-life use cases come together. Powered by beloved Beauty & Wellbeing brands like Dove, TreSemmé and Nexxus, this is where Unilever’s innovation comes to life—offering a dynamic space for discovery and firsthand experiences by employees and customers that help shape the future of beauty. 
• Key design elements that create a supportive, inspiring, and welcoming working environment, including biophilic design to maximize access to daylight, wellness spaces and mothers’ rooms. 
• Sweeping views of Manhattan as a daily backdrop from all three floors, with business unit spaces on floors seven and eight designed for optimal hybrid collaboration. 
• A town hall and multipurpose event space located on the penthouse level, which provides a forum that inspires unity, celebration, and fosters community among Unilever teams and partners.
• Dynamic collaboration zones, cutting-edge meeting technology, and immersive innovation hubs for live collaboration and demonstrations, supporting the way people work today.
• Design elements infused with the spirit of Unilever’s brands and corporate ethos. 

Sustainability

Designed with sustainability in mind, the space also features LED lighting, energy efficient HVAC systems and low-flow water fixtures to reduce energy and water consumption. Additionally, during construction, the use of low-emitting and recycled materials was prioritized. 

“Our goal was to design a space that not only reflects Unilever’s values but empowers people to do their best work,” said Nate Barney, head of Global Workplace Service for Unilever. “From natural light and open floor plans to versatile spaces for collaboration and wellness, every detail was considered to create a modern workplace that fosters community and innovation.” 

More R&D

In addition to the new headquarters in Hoboken, Unilever has Research & Development facilities in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey and Trumbull, Connecticut and 10 factories manufacturing its products. 

Unilever’s investment in Hoboken reinforces its longstanding presence in New Jersey and highlights the city’s growing reputation as a hub for business and talent.