Location: Market Harborough (Hybrid); Salary: £14.84 - £17.58 per hour; Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. Hybrid working (two days per week in the office once established); Contract: Temporary to permanent, full-time
We are recruiting on behalf of a growing digital business based in Market Harborough who are looking to bring in a Junior Web Developer to support their web and e-commerce projects. This role is ideal for someone early in their development career who has a solid technical foundation, is well organised, and is keen to learn, particularly around AI and emerging technologies.
Reporting to the Project Manager, you will work as part of a supportive team, assisting with the build, maintenance and improvement of websites for a varied client base.
Development & Technical Delivery
- Build, maintain and optimise websites and e-commerce platforms
- Work across multiple CMS and e-commerce systems, including: WordPress, Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce, Webflow, Other CMS platforms as required
- Implement custom functionality using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP and related technologies
- Troubleshoot bugs and resolve technical issues
- Ensure websites are secure, performant, mobile‑friendly and SEO compliant
- Manage website migrations, updates, integrations and ongoing maintenance
Client Management
- Act as a primary technical contact for assigned clients
- Attend client meetings and discovery sessions
- Manage client expectations and communicate project progress clearly
- Handle phone calls, emails and support requests professionally
- Translate technical requirements into practical solutions
- Work closely with account managers to deliver projects on time and within scope
AI & Innovation
- Utilise AI‑powered tools and platforms to improve development workflows
- Identify opportunities to implement AI solutions for client projects
- Stay up to date with emerging AI technologies and best practice
- Assist in developing AI‑enhanced digital experiences and automations
This role would suit someone who has:
- Minimum 5 years' experience in web development
- Experience with CMS platforms, WordPress and Shopify (essential)
- Excellent desk management and organisational skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- An open and enthusiastic approach to AI and new technologies
- The ability to manage your workload and work collaboratively
- A full UK driving licence
