Zest Group is a leading provider of domestic appliance protection and care solutions, dedicated to ensuring our customers enjoy peace of mind and exceptional service. We’re expanding our Development Team and are seeking a skilled WordPress developer to design, implement, and maintain websites — with additional expertise in digital analytics tools like Google Analytics and Tag Manager.
We offer you:
Competitive salary (up to £50K depending on skills and experience)
22–27 days holiday (increases annually up to 5 extra days) plus Bank Holidays
Opportunities for professional growth
Healthcare benefit
Free on-site parking
Company events
Working with a supportive team passionate about delivering quality and innovation
Collaborative working environment where your contributions are valued
You will be responsible for both back-end and front-end development, including the implementation of WordPress themes and plugins as well as site integration, performance optimisation, and security updates. You’ll also help us gain deeper insight into site performance and customer behaviour through analytics platforms and tracking tools.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with stakeholders to align website design, function, and business goals
Design and build new features and improvements, front to back
Create and maintain website architecture
Manage the website back-end, including database and server integration
Conduct performance tests and generate actionable reports
Set up and maintain event tracking in Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics
Monitor and improve SEO/SEM performance (in collaboration with marketing)
Troubleshoot site and content issues
Track live website performance and resolve ranking-affecting issues using tools such as Google Search Console, Semrush, etc.
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a similar field, or several years of experience in relevant roles.
Proven experience as a WordPress and PHP developer
Strong understanding of front-end technologies: CSS3, JavaScript, HTML5, jQuery
Expertise in PHP and LAMP stack
Solid experience with Google Analytics (GA4), Google Tag Manager, and tracking pixel implementations
Knowledge of SEO principles and best practices
Experience with Git and version control (ideally in Azure DevOps)
Experience with debugging tools (e.g., Chrome Inspector, Firebug)
Ability to manage and prioritise projects independently
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Nice to Haves:
Familiarity with Google Ads and PPC campaign data integration
Experience in the Microsoft ecosystem (Teams, Outlook, SharePoint)
Exposure to Power Automate and Azure services
Experience with JavaScript frameworks such as React.js or Node.js
CRO (Conversion Rate Optimisation) understanding or experience
Job type: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Location: Based in Bournemouth. On-site working required during the six-month probation period, with hybrid options available after.
Sound Good?
Please submit:
Your CV
Links to websites or applications you’ve worked on
Any portfolio, analytics dashboards, or campaigns you’ve contributed to (if relevant)
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