What makes the Partnership different is our shared values as co-owners and our purpose to building a happier world.

Sharing their stories, Matt and Seb tell us what it means to be a Partner and how they have developed in their careers whilst becoming fathers.

Matt’s Story

I joined the Partnership 2.5 years ago as Category Lead within our Technology business. The thing that stood out straight away was the culture, where every voice is listened to and everyone is treated with the utmost respect.

When considering options for parental leave I was very fortunate to have a manager who had just had a baby and role modelled a healthy work-life balance. This made me feel comfortable in participating in the Partnership’s equal parenthood leave policy and taking 6-months off for the birth of my first-born.

Seb’s Story

I joined John Lewis after my A- levels and was happy to travel around the country working in different branches as I furthered my career. After many enjoyable years I was delighted to achieve my ambition of leading my own shop.

Our Equal Parenthood leave policy allowed me to have 14-weeks to be with my family! I knew that the policy was there, but honestly, I wasn’t sure that it would apply to my role. My manager was fully supportive and encouraged me to take it without feeling any ‘guilt’ while I was away being a Dad.

At the John Lewis Partnership, we want all of our Partners (employees) to find happier way of working, like Matt and Seb. Find out more about our purpose and the incredible benefits of being a Partner in the Partnership by exploring the rest our careers website.