This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Human Resource Management (HRM) practices at Unilever. It begins by differentiating between HRM and Personnel Management, highlighting the modern and strategic approach of HRM. The report then assesses how various HRM functions contribute to achieving organizational objectives, including planning, recruitment, training, performance appraisal, and employee retention. Furthermore, it evaluates the roles and responsibilities of line managers within the HRM context, focusing on employee engagement, performance appraisals, and disciplinary actions. The impact of legal and regulatory frameworks on HRM is also examined, with specific attention to the Equal Pay Act, Health and Safety Act, and Employment Rights Act. The report further delves into HR planning, outlining the stages involved and analyzing the reasons for its importance. It compares current recruitment and selection processes, evaluates the effectiveness of these techniques, and assesses the link between motivational theory and reward systems. Job evaluation processes and factors determining pay at Virgin Media are also evaluated. Finally, the report considers reasons for employment termination, exit procedures, and the impact of legal and regulatory frameworks on employment cessation arrangements.