FRONT END DEVELOPER

Front End Developer

Location Poole, Dorset

Hours Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm

Salary £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE)

Contract Permanent, Full-time

Front End Developer - Create Impact with Your Code!

Are you a passionate Front-End Developer looking to make a real impact with your skills? Our client is a thriving design and marketing consultancy based in Poole, Dorset, and we're on the hunt for an enthusiastic individual to join their ambitious team. Our client specialises in crafting innovative digital solutions, primarily web design and online marketing, for clients within the medical industry. Their expertise lies in creating engaging websites for dentists and enhancing their client’s online presence through targeted SEO strategies.

What We're Looking For:

Our client is seeking a talented Front-End Developer with a minimum of two years' experience in a web development role. Ideally, you'll have a strong portfolio showcasing your creative flair and a proven ability to deliver exceptional work in a production environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a key member of the dynamic development team, you'll be instrumental in bringing clients' visions to life. Your core responsibilities will include:

* Developing bespoke, user-friendly, and optimised websites from wireframes and briefings, ensuring best practices are always followed.

* Taking charge of updating and amending existing client websites, keeping them fresh and functional.

You'll be working closely with the designers and other developers in a collaborative, self-managing environment. We encourage open communication, shared ideas, and mutual support to achieve outstanding results. Your input on all aspects of the business will be valued!

Essential Skills & Experience:

* Solid experience in developing and coding attractive and creative sites using HTML, CSS/SCSS, and JavaScript.

* Extensive CMS knowledge, with a strong preference for WordPress and WooCommerce, including experience building custom themes.

* Proficiency with responsive design.

* A firm understanding of web standards and SEO best practices to ensure optimised and accessible designs.

* A compelling portfolio exhibiting your best creative web development work.

Your Mindset & Approach:

* Have a "can-do, will-do" attitude, sees opportunities in every task, and is motivated to create something great.

* Is a genuine team player who enjoys giving and receiving constructive feedback in a positive manner.

* Possesses excellent communication and organisational skills, able to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team.

Desired (but not essential):

* Further Education in Graphic Design, Art, Communication, or Digital Media.

* Knowledge of SEO.

What's On Offer:

You'll work in a friendly, fun, and informal open-plan office with beautiful sea views! The office boasts a great games area with pool, table football, table tennis, darts, and computer games. You can also enjoy regular company-paid events and social gatherings, plus "unwinding" time on Fridays from 4:30 pm in the games area, with refreshments provided.

Our Client Offers Fantastic Benefits, Including:

* Enhanced holiday entitlement

* Cycle Purchase Scheme

* Enhanced Employer Pension Contributions

* Profit Share scheme

* Tech Purchase Scheme

* Electric Vehicle Charging Points

* Free Parking

* Life Assurance

* Critical Illness

* Income Protection

* Private Medical Insurance

* Social events

If you're ready to take on an exciting challenge and become part of a supportive and innovative team, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now with your CV and, crucially, your portfolio