Job sharing is a flexible work arrangement where the responsibilities of a full-time position are split between two people. Job sharing allows an individual to create a sense of balance in his or her life while still being able to preserve career skills and status within a profession.

Employers may be receptive to job sharing when they consider the benefits:
• Can be used as a mechanism to attract and retain employees.
• Enables a new employee to get "up to speed" more quickly.
• Acts as an incentive for many professionals because time has become as important as money.
• Rewards talent and increases job satisfaction.
• Provides opportunities for cross-training and expanding skills.
• Increases morale and productivity. When an employee has created a more balanced life through job sharing, anxiety and stress levels are reduced.