Web Designer & Developer NEW

Saffron Walden, Essex
Polytec Personnel Ltd
Location: Saffron Walden Type: Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35910 Our rapidly expanding AI client based in Saffron Walden is seeking a Web Designer and Developer to help bring their digital vision to life. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate who’s passionate about both design and development. You’ll be responsible for crafting visually stunning websites, developing user-friendly front-end solutions and creating engaging digital content. Responsibilities – Design and develop website pages and templates using HTML, CSS and modern web standards – Manage and update websites using CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Joomla) – Create wireframes, mock-ups and layouts, ensuring a visually appealing and user-friendly experience – Produce digital artwork, graphics and visual assets using Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) – Assist with creating 3D and motion content, as well as video and podcast materials for marketing – Manage website domain registrations, hosting and DNS changes with IT – Oversee website testing, quality assurance and ensure compliance with accessibility and privacy regulations – Track site performance, user behaviour and implement SEO best practices – Collaborate with internal teams on marketing campaigns and work with external creative partners Requirements Essential: – Strong command of HTML, CSS and experience with at least one CMS platform (e.g., WordPress, Joomla, etc.) – Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) for graphic design work – Ability to create polished, high-quality digital visuals, including retouching and enhancing imagery – Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines – Effective communicator, comfortable working independently and as part of a small, agile team – Full UK driving licence and eligible to work in the UK without visa restrictions Desirable: – Experience with 3D design tools like Blender or similar platforms – Familiar with video editing and podcast production – Knowledge of Desktop Publishing (DTP) software for layout and design – Understanding of website accessibility standards and GDPR/privacy compliance – Familiarity with SEO practices, analytics tools and methods for optimising site performance – Basic knowledge of JavaScript or modern front-end development frameworks Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!