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Head of Recruitment / Principal @ Talego | Your go to Tech-for-Good Partner | Part of the MRJ Group
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 an absolute need)
* +1 year experience in React
* 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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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Software Development
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