Web Developer

Web Developer

Manchester Full-Time 28000 - 42000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible
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Job Title: Web Developer

Location: Remote (UK Based or Hybrid from Essex office)

Salary: Up to £35,000 + Performance Bonus

The Company

This is your chance to join a fast-growing, independent digital agency ranked as Essex’s number one. With ambitious plans to scale nationally, the agency is entering an exciting growth phase – working with larger retainers, expanding their client base, and making strategic hires across SEO, Paid Media, Web Development and more.

Founded by a digital marketing expert with a strong background at one of the UK’s best-known agencies, the business is built on delivering quality over quantity – with a 90%+ client retention rate and a portfolio of clients ranging from £2k to £20k monthly retainers, including a national restaurant group.

Their collaborative culture, focus on client results, and investment in staff training make them an employer of choice in the digital space.

Roles & Responsibilities

As Web Developer, you’ll play a central role in building and maintaining websites for both the agency and its diverse client base. You’ll be involved in:

  • Building and updating websites using WordPress, Shopify, WooCommerce, and Elementor (or similar).
  • Making front-end changes with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and back-end updates (basic database edits such as MySQL).
  • Performing regular site maintenance including backups, plugin updates and basic troubleshooting.
  • Installing and recommending plugins to enhance site usability and performance.
  • Collaborating closely with the SEO and design teams to ensure seamless integration.

Skills & Experience

  • Commercial experience building websites using WordPress and Shopify.
  • Ability to write and edit HTML, CSS and basic JavaScript.
  • Confidence maintaining websites and implementing technical improvements.

Desirable Skills:

  • Familiarity with tools like Hotjar, VWO or other CRO/testing platforms.
  • Understanding of basic SEO principles (site speed, indexing, meta titles).

Company Benefits

  • Hybrid or remote working options (UK-based with full right to work required)
  • Birthday off every year
  • Discretional performance bonus after 12 months
  • Profit share bonus scheme (after 12 months)
  • Paid gym memberships
  • Dedicated training budget – request training tailored to you
  • Regular 1-2-1s and bi-annual reviews for progression and salary
  • Trips to industry events (e.g. Brighton SEO)
  • Black-tie Christmas party and summer team holidays (Ibiza in 2025!)
  • Supportive, friendly and sport-loving team culture
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Contact Detail:

Herd Digital Recruiting Team

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