Web Designer & WordPress Developer

Summary

This role involves designing and developing WordPress websites for a UK-based digital marketing agency, managing the full project lifecycle from concept to launch. The position requires expertise in Elementor Pro, WooCommerce, and performance optimization while working remotely from South Africa.

Our client is a growing UK-based digital marketing agency, part of an established group of specialist businesses. They partner with clients across a wide range of industries to deliver high-performing websites that combine exceptional design with outstanding functionality.

They are looking for a talented Web Designer & WordPress Developer to take full ownership of projects, from the initial client brief through to live website launch.

This is a full-time, fully remote role for a South Africa-based candidate, working UK business hours.

Website design and UX

• Translate client briefs into engaging, modern website concepts and high-quality visual designs

• Create intuitive UI/UX layouts aligned with client objectives and brand identity

• Produce responsive designs that work across all devices

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet business and marketing objectives

WordPress development

• Build, customise and maintain WordPress websites using Elementor Pro

• Build and manage WooCommerce e-commerce websites

• Implement custom functionality using JetEngine (Crocoblock), Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and dynamic content structures

• Configure custom post types, relationships and dynamic loops

Website management and technical support

• Perform website migrations, hosting management and DNS configuration

• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide ongoing website support

• Keep websites secure, stable and up to date

Performance and SEO

• Optimise websites for speed, performance and user experience

• Implement caching and optimisation techniques

• Apply SEO best practice during development

Requirements

Essential

• A strong portfolio demonstrating the full project lifecycle, from design concept to live website

• Minimum three years' professional experience in web design and WordPress development

• Advanced experience with WordPress and Elementor Pro

• Strong working knowledge of HTML and CSS

• WooCommerce experience

• JetEngine (Crocoblock) and Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) experience

• Practical experience with hosting, DNS and site migrations

• Strong understanding of responsive design and UI/UX principles

• SEO and performance optimisation knowledge

• Reliable fibre or LTE internet, a working laptop and a quiet, dedicated workspace

Desirable

• Figma, Adobe XD or Adobe Creative Suite

• Basic JavaScript and PHP

• Shopify, Wix or Squarespace experience

• Previous experience in a digital marketing agency

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