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John Lewis Partnership

Product Engineer Review

at John Lewis Partnership

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Information Technology

London

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.9 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I work as an Analyst in the Product data team. I interact with the end users of digital applications
for improvement of the data quality and completeness. This plays a crucial role in the end customer experience and company's profitability.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Thoroughly enjoyed the learning process , with opportunity to apply the techniques to real live problems. I feel empowered with up-to-date skills, and access to tools and data required for growth.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Learnt New skills such as Machine learning , Python Programming, and developed existing transferable skills such as stakeholder engagement, and clear communication.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very structured. Good foundation and easing into the more difficult topics . Ample opportunity to reinforce the new techniques by repetition in later modules. Plenty of resources to stretch , and to practice off line.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Amazing support. I had timely access to the required software , hardware, relevant data, and most importantly the time to develop. All in all, full support and encouragement to work towards the goal.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Excellent support from the training provider. Good learning platform, brilliant , approachable coaches throughout the course, fantastic resources , course materials in audio / video , working examples . Face to face interaction at Hackathons helped us build confidence to present the insights, learn from each other and have fun!
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I can already see myself taking a wholistic approach to data analysis . Since I work with the Product Data team, there is immediate improvement in my contribution with newly acquired skills and knowledge.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes, Loads of extra-curricular events to participate within and outside the organisation.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend John Lewis Partnership to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The ethos of John Lewis Partnership, as an employee owned organisation is outstanding. I feel my work and opinion is valued, and that everyone in the team is striving to do their best. This helps me thrive , keep learning new skills and promotes the growth mindset.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to John Lewis Partnership?
With over 150 years of history and culture , you'll see how John Lewis Partnership is different from other Retailers. If you have a genuine interest in the betterment of employees ( partners) , Customers, and Society in general , then this place is perfect for you.
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