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Lead Front End Developer Location: Hybrid 3 days in Leigh-on-Sea studio, 2 days remote Salary: £38,000 £42,000 per annum DOE Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time About the Role We re looking for a technically capable and creatively minded Lead Front End Developer to support and evolve the studio s growing web offering. You ll work closely with our director, creatives, and digital team to deliver impactful WordPress websites that balance creativity, performance, and long-term client growth. This role is ideal for someone who s confident taking website concepts from Figma through to polished launch-ready builds, whilst supporting the ongoing evolution of websites through SEO, performance optimisation, and technical improvements. Alongside development, you ll contribute to client relationships, digital problem solving, website management, and the wider growth of the studio s digital capabilities. We re looking for someone proactive, collaborative, and commercially aware who enjoys being part of a creative agency environment rather than purely technical delivery. About the Studio We re a tight-knit creative agency based in Leigh-on-Sea, blending strategy, design, and digital to deliver work we re genuinely proud of. It s a collaborative, down-to-earth studio where ideas are shared, wins are celebrated, and everyone genuinely supports each other. Expect plenty of creativity and a team that works closely together to make things happen. We believe in balance, flexibility, and giving people the space to do their best work. Key Responsibilities Website Development Build responsive WordPress websites primarily within Elementor, alongside custom themes and performance-led front-end approaches, taking concepts from Figma through to polished launch-ready builds that balance creativity, usability, speed, and SEO best practices. Technical Development Support advanced front-end functionality including ACF integration, WooCommerce functionality, custom PHP functions, custom theme integrations, and third-party platform integrations. Website Growth & SEO Work alongside the digital team to continually evolve websites for SEO performance, AI search visibility, speed optimisation, landing page creation, and ongoing website growth. Website & Hosting Management Support the management of hosting platforms, DNS records, plugin management, website updates, backups, staging environments, and the wider studio web portfolio. Client Relationships Build trust across the studio portfolio, support client conversations, identify opportunities for website improvements, and contribute to long-term client growth. Team Collaboration Work closely with internal creatives, digital specialists, and external partners to ensure high-quality project delivery across the studio. Pitching & Onboarding Support new business activity from meetings and pitch preparation through to onboarding and early-stage project delivery. Studio Support Contribute to studio-wide planning, technical problem solving, project prioritisation, and the continued evolution of the studio s digital offering. Knowledge and Experience Strong Experience Required In WordPress and Elementor development ACF and dynamic content structures WooCommerce Custom PHP functions CSS and SASS Website optimisation and technical SEO Third-party integrations including SMTP, Turnstile, reCAPTCHA, Google Maps, and API-based tools Hosting environments and DNS management Custom theme integrations Responsive development and cross-device optimisation Advantageous Skills Wireframing and Designing websites in Figma Building custom Elementor widgets Git version control MySQL databases JavaScript Figma asset exporting and image optimisation workflows Experience working within a creative agency environment Understanding of evolving SEO and AI search trend What You ll Get £38k £42k salary DOE Flexible working (3 days studio, 2 days remote) A tight-knit and creative agency environment in Leigh-on-Sea The chance to work on websites for a range of exciting clients Autonomy and ownership, with senior leadership support Opportunity to grow your influence within the agency Exposure across strategy, creative, web, SEO, and digital growth projects To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Swan Creative, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Lead Developer/Software Development Manager Gloucestershire (Primarily Office-Based) Salary: c£70,000 + Benefits An established national profit-with-a-purpose organisation is seeking an experienced Lead Developer/Software Development Manager to lead the next phase of its software and digital transformation. This is a highly visible role responsible for shaping software strategy, building internal development capability and reducing reliance on external suppliers by bringing key systems and platforms in-house. You will combine strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive organisational change. The Role Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will develop and deliver a roadmap for transitioning externally managed systems and services into an internal development function. You will establish strong relationships with existing suppliers, influence technology strategy and help build a long-term software development capability. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a small software development team, with scope to grow the function over time. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation. Manage relationships with third-party suppliers and development partners. Create and deliver a roadmap for transitioning externally managed systems in-house. Take ownership of software applications, web platforms, and digital products. Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and development practices. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and organisational performance through technology. Contribute to technical design, development and solution delivery where required. Promote best practice in software development, security and Agile delivery. Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience leading, mentoring or managing software developers. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to drive change, improve systems and implement new ways of working. Commercial awareness and understanding of how technology supports organisational performance. Experience working with third-party suppliers and outsourced development partners. Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving skills. Technical Experience Experience in several of the following areas: PHP development C#/.NET development Web application development SQL and database technologies API integrations Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) Agile delivery environments Modern software development practices Desirable Skills Microsoft Dynamics 365 Power Platform Power BI WordPress About You You may currently be a Lead Developer, Technical Lead, or Development Manager looking for an opportunity to shape a function and make a lasting impact. You will be collaborative, credible, commercially aware and comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on involvement. Location The role is primarily based at the organisation's Gloucestershire headquarters, particularly during onboarding and the transition period. A London office location may be considered for the right candidate. What's On Offer Opportunity to shape and influence technology strategy. High levels of ownership and autonomy. Chance to build and develop an internal software capability. Significant stakeholder exposure. Long-term career growth and development opportunities. To apply, please send your CV to (see below) Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.

Lead Developer / Software Development Manager Gloucestershire (Primarily Office-Based) Salary: c 70,000 + Benefits An established national profit-with-a-purpose organisation is seeking an experienced Lead Developer / Software Development Manager to lead the next phase of its software and digital transformation. This is a highly visible role responsible for shaping software strategy, building internal development capability and reducing reliance on external suppliers by bringing key systems and platforms in-house. You will combine strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive organisational change. The Role Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will develop and deliver a roadmap for transitioning externally managed systems and services into an internal development function. You will establish strong relationships with existing suppliers, influence technology strategy and help build a long-term software development capability. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a small software development team, with scope to grow the function over time. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation. Manage relationships with third-party suppliers and development partners. Create and deliver a roadmap for transitioning externally managed systems in-house. Take ownership of software applications, web platforms, and digital products. Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and development practices. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and organisational performance through technology. Contribute to technical design, development and solution delivery where required. Promote best practice in software development, security and Agile delivery. Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience leading, mentoring or managing software developers. Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to drive change, improve systems and implement new ways of working. Commercial awareness and understanding of how technology supports organisational performance. Experience working with third-party suppliers and outsourced development partners. Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving skills. Technical Experience Experience in several of the following areas: PHP development C# / .NET development Web application development SQL and database technologies API integrations Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) Agile delivery environments Modern software development practices Desirable Skills Microsoft Dynamics 365 Power Platform Power BI WordPress About You You may currently be a Lead Developer, Technical Lead, or Development Manager looking for an opportunity to shape a function and make a lasting impact. You will be collaborative, credible, commercially aware and comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on involvement. Location The role is primarily based at the organisation's Gloucestershire headquarters, particularly during onboarding and the transition period. A London office location may be considered for the right candidate. What's On Offer Opportunity to shape and influence technology strategy. High levels of ownership and autonomy. Chance to build and develop an internal software capability. Significant stakeholder exposure. Long-term career growth and development opportunities. To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.

KRG are working with a long established and highly respected integrated marketing agency in Brighton who are on the search for an SEO Manager to join their growing team. They work on integrated campaigns for a range of local and UK clients using their specialists across SEO, content, social media, paid media, web design and analytics. The team has been expanding over the past few months as the agency has had a increase of inbound leads with new clients and they value ensuring that none of the team have a workload which is too much, so they're looking to hire another Manager to own some of their growing client accounts! Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute SEO strategies tailored to clients' goals and target audiences. Conduct keyword research to identify opportunities for content and technical optimisation. Perform SEO audits of client websites to assess performance, uncover issues, and recommend improvements. Manage on-page SEO including meta tags, internal linking, URL structure, content optimisation, and schema markup. Oversee technical SEO such as site speed, mobile-friendliness, crawlability, indexing, and structured data. Collaborate with content teams to guide the creation of SEO-optimised content (blogs, landing pages, etc.). Monitor and analyse SEO performance using tools like Google Analytics, Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, etc. Generate reports that clearly communicate SEO progress, KPIs, and ROI to clients. Stay up to date with industry trends, algorithm updates, and best practices. Coordinate with web developers to implement technical changes and enhancements. Communicate with clients regularly to provide updates, present results, and refine strategy. Support junior team members, ensuring best practices are followed across client accounts. Maintain project timelines and budgets while ensuring deliverables meet quality standards. About You: Agency side SEO experience at a Senior Executive or Manager level - or equivalent. Good organisation and time management skills. Analytical mind and problem-solving skills. Great written skills. Proficiency in Google Docs, Sheets and Slides. Basic understanding of CSS and HTML. Basic understanding of WordPress and other CMS systems. Good understanding of digital marketing channels. Basic understanding/interest in AI. What can they offer you? The agency is focusing on expanding their already established SEO team with three new hires in the past 6 months - everybody across the agency sees the value in SEO and wants the team to do well! A vibrant and creative environment in the heart of Brighton. 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Christmas office closure. Hybrid working model. Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and sick pay Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) supporting health and wellbeing Scottish Widows pension Personal Development Plan with biannual reviews and objective setting Annual pay review Unparalleled training and development opportunities. Regular employee training sessions and team-building activities Referral Bonus for introducing new employees Regular company socials Christmas and Summer company parties Amazon voucher on your birthday Local artisan coffee, weekly fruit delivery, cakes and treats Modern and creative office space with break-out areas, including pool, ping pong table and darts. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're passionate about SEO and looking to make an impact in a team that values its people, KRG want to hear from you!

CompanyAn established and growing company in Sunderland is seeking a skilled Web Developer to join its internal marketing team. This role offers the opportunity to lead the development and optimisation of two public-facing websites, contributing directly to strategic marketing and digital engagement objectives.Role Reporting to the Digital Marketing Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality web solutions that enhance user experience, improve search engine visibility, and support lead generation. The position requires a hands-on developer with a strong understanding of both technical and marketing principles. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain responsive, mobile-optimised web pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Implement SEO strategies to increase traffic and conversion rates. Collaborate with marketing stakeholders to deliver visually engaging and high-performing websites. Engage with cloud infrastructure and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure adherence to best practices in software engineering and web development. The company are office based although can offer some flexibility, 1 day per week. The role presents an excellent opportunity for someone to make a real difference, adding new features and services to the website as well as optimising performance, with a high level of autonomy.The salary on offer would be up to £35,000.Person The ideal candidate will be proactive, collaborative, and passionate about web development. They will demonstrate strong technical capabilities alongside an appreciation for marketing, branding, and user experience. Essential Skills: Proven experience with WordPress, PHP, and SEO implementation. Proficiency in front-end development technologies. Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Git). Understanding of web architecture, testing frameworks, and database management (SQL/MySQL). Desirable Attributes: Knowledge of digital marketing and analytics platforms. Awareness of UX/UI design principles and branding. Experience with Microsoft Azure services and security tools.