Web Designer / Developer

The Legends Agency; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment support firm is looking for a Web Designer/Developer to create and maintain websites for new agency founders. The role involves building fast and engaging WordPress sites while simplifying technical concepts for non-technical users. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in WordPress design and development, with skills in tools like Divi and Elementor. This position is currently remote, with a salary range of R35 000 - R55 000, evolving to an office-based role in the future.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on WordPress design and development experience.
• Strong design sense with attention to layout, branding, and usability.
• Confident using Divi, Elementor or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain WordPress websites for recruitment agencies.
• Design websites using Divi, Elementor, and other visual builders.
• Manage site health, including hosting and backups.

Skills

WordPress design and development

Using Divi and Elementor

Graphic design

SEO basics

Site speed optimization

Mobile responsiveness

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Web Designer/Developer

Play a key role in launching standout recruitment brands across the UK

Cape Town, Remote for now, potentially office-based in future | R35 000 - R55 000

About Our Client

Our client supports experienced recruiters in launching and scaling their own agencies without upfront risk. Every founder receives a unique brand identity and website. With a growing portfolio of recruitment businesses, the team is expanding to enhance the visual and digital impact of each brand they support.

The Role: Web Designer/Developer

As Web Designer/Developer, you will be central to the creation and maintenance of websites for new recruitment agency founders. This hands‑on role covers both internal and external digital platforms, supporting the main business website and developing new client‑facing sites. You'll transform ideas into fast, modern, and visually engaging WordPress websites while supporting non‑technical founders through the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Bring at least 3 years of experience building and maintaining WordPress websites
• Design and build websites for new recruitment agencies using Divi, Elementor, and other visual builders
• Update and optimise existing sites across the portfolio
• Manage site health, including hosting, backups, and plugin performance
• Convert rough founder concepts into clean, modern designs
• Collaborate directly with founders to gather requirements and explain best practices
• Create and edit basic brand elements, graphics, and layouts as needed
• Connect websites with Google Analytics and support basic SEO improvements
• Contribute to ongoing improvements to the central company website

About You

• 3+ years of hands‑on WordPress design and development experience
• Confident using Divi, Elementor, or similar tools
• Strong design sense with attention to layout, branding, and usability
• Friendly, patient communicator who can simplify technical topics
• Solid understanding of site speed, mobile responsiveness, and SEO basics
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and graphic design is an advantage
• Familiarity with recruitment websites or service‑led brands is a plus, but not required