Web Developer

Job Description

The Institute of Export & International Trade (IOE&IT) is the leading UK membership association for those working in exporting and importing. These are exciting times in international trade and we’re seeing sustained growth in the demand for our servicesand qualifications. As a result, our team needs to grow too and we are now recruiting for an in-house Web Developer.JOB BRIEFThe role will be working within our Marketing department and you will be responsible for:- Leading on the content migration to our new website in Umbraco,- Taking ownership of the IOE&IT’s new website, working within the team to manage content, construct new features and develop functionalities to help with shaping effective user experiences as required by the wider business.- Ongoing functionality improvements and website developments to ascertain to the objectives of the marketing and business objectives.- Managing the technical requirements and internal systems, including; Umbraco, Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Vendr.- Developing bespoke, dynamic landing pages to accompany paid and organic marketing activities, using both wireframe components and bespoke custom HTML, CSS and Javascript.RESPONSIBILITIES:Initially, this role will have a core focus on our website migration project, assisting with the efficient transition between two Content Management Systems (CMS). This project will require clear understanding of ASP.net and C## and experience with the managementof Umbraco systems.This will involve:

• Mapping existing content to a new website structure/sitemap in Umbraco v11,
• Restructuring and tidying up dated or redundant code from our previous CMS,
• Co-ordinating with external suppliers and managing a number of other developers who may be hired to assist with the migration,
• Tracking progress and reporting to the Marketing Manager,
• Understanding of SEO redirects and implications especially during the migration; this is not essential but preferred,
• Curating the development of the user experience and interface across the new CMS with guidance from the marketing and design function.
• Maintaining the performance and security of the CMS, ensuring any technical issues or precautions are raised and resolved.
• Managing and overseeing our CRM (Microsoft Dynamics365) to ensure seamless integration between both platforms.

Other longer term responsibilities include:

• Working with the content and marketing team to code bespoke landing pages for marketing assets and improving website experiences,
• Carrying out regular maintenance of the website to ensure maintained security, regular updates and to report back on any recommendations or issues,
• Helping with technical or code requirements to enhance the performance of the website or effectively the customer journey,
• Working with the E-Commerce platform on Umbraco to ensure effectively coded functionality,
• Developing new Umbraco components for building permanent web pages and temporary sites for key IOE&IT events,
• Ensuring consistency across the new website,
• Considering innovative and new concepts to assist with scaling the Umbraco site and growing the IOE&IT brand.

DESIRED SKILLS SET AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of ASP.NET and C## required
• Experience with CSS and HTML required
• Understanding of Umbraco or similar CMS systems
• Understanding of MicrosoftDynamics 365 or similar systems.
• Significant experience with content migration and web design
• Proven design skills that can be evidenced through a portfolio/case study
• Some line management experience preferred; proven ability to lead a small team desirable
• Great attention to detail, with a thorough and methodical approach to your work
• Adept at independent problem solving
• Keen to learn and develop
• Contributes ideas and innovations
• Team player, collaborating with the marketing function on a day to day basis
• Excellent organisational skills
• People oriented with strong communication skills at all levels
• Able to demonstrate initiative and be proactive

BENEFITS:

• 36.5 hours per week including 4pm Friday finish
• 25 days annual leave and day off for your birthday too
• Fully remote working available
• Annual performance-related bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Private healthcare including Optician/Dental costs
• Life Assurance (Salary x4)
• Personalised training
• A range of discounts for shopping, holidays and cinema attendance
• 2 days off for volunteering a year

ABOUT THE IOE&IT:The Institute is the leading association of exporters and importers, providing education and training to professionalise the UK’s international traders.Largely based in Peterborough and London, with other offices in Northern Ireland, Brussels and Nairobi, the IOE&IT is growing quickly as demand for our digital training and education products increases after the UK’s departure from the EU.As a partner with UK government, we deliver national and international programmes, acting as champions for the UK, and establishing UK processes and standards globally.DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Life would be boring if we were all the same! The IOE&IT is a company with a charitable status that believes in diversity and inclusion, as shown in the hiring and progression of our team members. The IOE&IT’s workforce is truly diverse: in age, nationality, gender and location.With a passion for nurturing, supporting and including all team members - no matter who you are - we celebrate identity. We are proud of who we are and where we come from.As an Investors in People accredited organisation, we care about and prioritise all of our team members daily. We ensure to engage with and listen to everyone.Having family-friendly policies allows our employees to partake in a flexible work environment so they can take care of children and loved ones.

Keyskills :
ASP.NETCMSCSSDynamicsHTMLMicrosoft DynamicsSEOWeb DesignUmbracoLine Management