Remote Recruitment is hiring for a remote WordPress developer job for a UK-based digital marketing agency, fully remote from South Africa, paying between R35,000 and R42,000 per month. This is a genuine full-time, permanent placement rather than short-term project work, and it comes with one firm requirement upfront: a live, working portfolio.
Position Details
| Job Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Web Designer and WordPress Developer |
| Recruiter | Remote Recruitment (placing for a UK digital marketing agency) |
| Job Type | Full-Time, Permanent |
| Work Arrangement | Fully Remote (South Africa-based, UK business hours) |
| Salary | R35,000–R42,000 per month |
| Experience Required | Minimum 3 years professional web design and WordPress development |
| Portfolio Required | Yes, applications without one won’t be reviewed |
Important: Portfolio Comes First
This listing is explicit that the client reviews every applicant’s portfolio before even looking at a CV. If you don’t have a live, up-to-date online portfolio showing websites you personally designed and built, don’t apply yet; invest time building one first, since applications without a working portfolio link won’t be considered at all.
About the Employer
The actual client is a growing UK-based digital marketing agency, part of a larger group of specialist businesses, delivering websites across a wide range of industries. Remote Recruitment, the agency handling this hiring process, specializes specifically in connecting South African talent with UK and European employers for remote roles.
What Does This Remote WordPress Developer Job Involve?
This role gives you real end-to-end ownership of projects, not just execution of someone else’s designs:
Design and Concept Work
Translating client briefs into modern website concepts with high-quality visual design and intuitive, responsive UI/UX.
Building and Customizing WordPress Sites
Building, customizing, and maintaining WordPress websites using Elementor Pro, including WooCommerce e-commerce builds.
Custom Functionality
Implementing custom functionality using JetEngine (Crocoblock) and Advanced Custom Fields, custom post types, relationships, and dynamic content loops.
Technical Management
Handling migrations, hosting, and DNS configuration, while keeping sites secure, stable, and up to date.
Performance and SEO
Optimizing for speed and following SEO best practices throughout the development process, not as an afterthought.
What Are They Looking For?
- A live portfolio demonstrating the full project lifecycle, from design concept to a launched, working site
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in web design and WordPress development, with advanced Elementor Pro skills specifically
- Strong working knowledge of HTML and CSS, responsive design, and UI/UX principles
- Hands-on experience with WooCommerce, JetEngine (Crocoblock), and Advanced Custom Fields
- Practical experience with hosting, DNS, and site migrations
- Reliable fibre or LTE internet, a working laptop, and a quiet, dedicated workspace
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Figma, Adobe XD, or Adobe Creative Suite
- Basic JavaScript and PHP
- Previous digital marketing agency experience, or familiarity with Shopify, Wix, or Squarespace
How Much Does This Remote WordPress Developer Job Pay?
The advertised range is R35,000 to R42,000 per month, for full-time work aligned with UK business hours.
Benefits of the Role
- Fully remote from South Africa while working for a UK agency
- Paid UK bank holidays
- A genuine long-term, permanent placement, not short-term project work
- Real end-to-end ownership of your own projects, from design through to launch
Is This a Good Fit for You?
This role suits an experienced WordPress developer who’s comfortable owning a project from initial concept through to a live, working site, not just handling isolated tickets or templates. If you have a strong portfolio and genuine Elementor Pro expertise, this is a solid, well-structured opportunity with real ownership built in. If your portfolio isn’t ready yet, it’s worth building one out properly before applying, since it’s the very first thing reviewed.
What to Highlight on Your Application
- A direct link to your live portfolio; this is non-negotiable for this role
- Specific WooCommerce or JetEngine projects you’ve built
- Examples of full project ownership, from client brief to launch
- Any experience with site migrations or DNS/hosting management
How to Apply
This job application is now closed.
Final Thoughts
This remote WordPress developer job offers real project ownership, a solid monthly salary, and a genuine long-term placement with a UK agency, all from South Africa. Just make sure your portfolio is polished and ready before applying, it’s the deciding factor before anyone even looks at your CV.
Good luck with your application!
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