Wordpress Developer

  • MRJ Recruitment
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • 01/10/2025
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications Java SQL PHP

Job Description

WordPress Developer Hybrid with 2 days in a Manchester office (UK based only) Salary: £45k-50k+ great perks (DOE)

Your skills deserve a team that values them. This Manchester-based agency is renowned for its collaborative culture, creative approach, and supportive environment. Here, you'll work alongside talented people, take real ownership of projects, and see your WordPress expertise make a tangible impact every single day.

If you love crafting, interactive experiences, want to work somewhere that values creativity, and like the idea of being part of a tight-knit team that laughs as much as it works, keep reading.

The Role:

You'll be part of a friendly, talented team, turning design ideas into seamless, high-quality digital experiences. You'll get hands-on with React and WordPress, collaborate with designers and developers, and have a real impact on the projects you touch. This isn't a "just follow the spec" job, you'll be trusted to bring your ideas, guide others, and make things better.

What You'll Do:

  • Take the lead on WordPress projects, bringing both creativity and functionality to life
  • Turn design concepts into seamless, interactive experiences that delight users
  • Work closely with designers, developers, and stakeholders to make ideas happen
  • Take ownership of workstreams, liaise with clients, and contribute to planning
  • Mentor and support junior developers, sharing your expertise
  • Write clean, responsive, and accessible code that stands up to real-world use
  • Integrate APIs and third-party services as required
  • Suggest improvements to internal processes and contribute to team tools
  • Stay ahead of frontend trends, frameworks, and best practices

Who You Are:

  • You have 2+ years of WordPress experience
  • Prior skills working in a digital agency (plus but not a absolute need)
  • +1 years experience in React
  • Confident with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and WordPress
  • Comfortable working with REST APIs, Git/GitHub, and integrations with third-party services
  • Knowledgeable about accessibility, responsive design, and performance optimisation
  • Some experience with backend development, particularly WordPress queries and APIs
  • Familiar with Git workflows, SQL, and managing multiple branches
  • Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of juggling multiple projects
  • Skilled with design tools like Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar
  • An excellent communicator who is proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused
  • Curious about new tech, enjoys problem-solving, and brings positive energy to the team

Ready to Apply?

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