Loss Prevention Partner

As a Loss Prevention Partner your day will be varied but day-to-day responsibilities will include:

- Be a point of contact for branch Profit Protection related issues, and escalate as required.

- Mitigate the risk of malicious harm to Partners and Customers.

- Manage shrinkage performance within budget and risk appetite.

- Address all aspects of shrinkage, including; external and internal dishonesty, procedural failure and administrative error.

- Support and coach fellow Partners on how to minimise shrinkage and complete procedures correctly to protect our profits.

- De-escalate conflict situations in the shop professionally (at times, you may be required to detain or ban individuals who are committing offences in our shops).

- Support with investigations where required, Our BAME Network supports Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Partners, celebrate their contributions and create a more inclusive workplace.

Faith & Belief

FAB (Faith & Belief) is aimed at educating, celebrating and increasing awareness of all faiths and beliefs.

Gender Equality

Promoting Gender equality, empowering Partners to overcome barriers and be more involved in topics outside of their day job.

Linkages

Our intergenerational or age network aiming to build awareness of the benefits and opportunities of an intergenerational workforce.

Pride

Our first network that we developed. Designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.

Working Parents

Our Working Parents' Network supports and inspires working parents throughout their parenting journey.

Care Experience

Providing a safe and supportive community for Partners with experience in the care system.

Carers Network

The network aims to raise awareness and support Partners who are carers, and their allies.

Ability

Championing workplace disability inclusion by creating a supportive environment and offering peer communities for those with diverse needs.

Unity

Our BAME Network supports Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Partners, celebrate their contributions and create a more inclusive workplace.

Faith & Belief

FAB (Faith & Belief) is aimed at educating, celebrating and increasing awareness of all faiths and beliefs.

Gender Equality

Promoting Gender equality, empowering Partners to overcome barriers and be more involved in topics outside of their day job.

Linkages

Our intergenerational or age network aiming to build awareness of the benefits and opportunities of an intergenerational workforce.

Pride

Our first network that we developed. Designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.

Working Parents

Our Working Parents' Network supports and inspires working parents throughout their parenting journey.

Care Experience

Providing a safe and supportive community for Partners with experience in the care system.

Carers Network

The network aims to raise awareness and support Partners who are carers, and their allies.

Did you know?

We've been referring to ourselves as 'Partners' since 1920 when the term was first coined by our internal magazine, The Gazette. It highlights the significance of us as employee-owners.

We continue to use this language today, and you'll hear all employees being referred to as Partners throughout the Partnership.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Confidence in resolving conflict.

- Great attention to detail with ability to spot trends and signs of profit loss.

- Good customer service and relationship building skills.

Desirable skills/experience you may have

- Previous experience of working in a loss prevention role and a customer facing environment would be beneficial but is not essential as you will receive full and comprehensive training in the first few weeks of starting in your new role.

We're the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We're not just employees, we're Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there's never been a more exciting time to join us.

We're ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose.

As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect.

We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we're free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective.

As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it., This is where you'll be based, whether that's in a shop, distribution centre or one of our head offices.

Cribbs Causeway (John Lewis)
The Mall at Cribbs Causeway
Gloucestershire, BS34 5QU
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In addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 22:00 - 06:00 will attract Night Premium at a rate of £4.25 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements.

Due to its nature, you need to be 18-years or older to work in this role. You'll work on a rota basis and will be required to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends., Leisure Learning

Enjoy learning a new skill or hobby even more by claiming up to £200 towards certain tutored courses.

(Applies to courses which you pay for in advance yourself).

PARTNER DISCOUNT

25% off at John Lewis and 20% at Waitrose. We knew you'd like this one!

(some exclusions apply). (Partner discount is only available following successful completion of your 90-day Earning Membership period once you have started).

Clubs & Societies

From arts & crafts to fishing, from skiing to running, we have so many clubs and societies bringing Partners with shared interests together.

HOLIDAY & LEAVE

Enjoy a generous holiday provision. Plenty of time for some rest and relaxation.

(The amount of holiday you'll get depends on your role and working hours. It increases over time).

PENSION & LIFE ASSURANCE

Secure your future with our comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance.