Web Designer & WordPress Developer

Salary: R35 000 – R42 000 per month Remote Recruitment is hiring a Web Designer & WordPress Developer for a UK-based employer, fully remote 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