Full-Stack Website Developer for UK Accommodation and Relocation Platform – Two-Phase Project

**Job Title: Full-Stack Website Developer for UK Accommodation and Relocation Platform – Two-Phase Project** We are looking for an experienced full-stack website developer or small development agency to design and build a professional website for a UK accommodation and relocation company. Our business arranges short- and medium-term accommodation for: * Companies booking accommodation for employees and contractors * Construction and project teams * Corporate relocations * Insurance and temporary housing requirements * Organisations requiring accommodation across the UK We also work with serviced accommodation operators and property providers who can fulfil client booking requirements. The project will be completed in two phases. **Phase 1 – Lead-Generation and Marketing Website** The first phase should be simple, professional and focused on generating enquiries. We want to launch relatively quickly and begin using the website for sales, marketing and outreach. The Phase 1 website should include: * Professional, modern and mobile-responsive design * Home page with a strong value proposition * Corporate and contractor accommodation page * Insurance and temporary relocation accommodation page * Property/provider partner page * About Us page * Contact page * Corporate accommodation booking enquiry form * Property provider registration form * Clear calls to action throughout the website * Testimonials or case-study section * Frequently Asked Questions * Privacy Policy and Terms links * Basic cookie consent and UK GDPR compliance * Google Analytics and Search Console setup * Basic technical and on-page SEO * Fast loading times * Secure hosting and SSL setup * An easy content management system so we can update text, images and pages ourselves * Form submissions sent to our business email and stored securely * Basic spam protection * Social media and LinkedIn links The website must be structured so that Phase 2 can be added without requiring the Phase 1 website to be rebuilt. We prefer a straightforward and manageable technology setup. Please avoid recommending multiple systems, subscriptions or integrations unless they provide a clear benefit. **Phase 2 – Full-Stack Accommodation Platform** Phase 2 will be developed once the business has generated more leads and the detailed workflow has been confirmed. Potential Phase 2 functionality may include: * Secure accounts for corporate clients and property providers * Property provider dashboard * Corporate client dashboard * Provider onboarding and document uploads * Property listing and management * Accommodation availability * Booking request management * Matching client requirements with suitable properties * Booking status tracking * Admin dashboard * Email notifications and automated updates * Document and invoice management * Secure payment functionality * Reporting and commission tracking * CRM, accounting or channel-manager integrations if required * Different user roles and permissions The final Phase 2 requirements will be agreed separately. However, the developer must consider the future platform when recommending the technology and architecture for Phase 1. **What We Will Provide** We can provide: * Business branding and logo * Business information and contact details * Examples of websites we like * Details of our services and target customers * Existing business policies and procedures * Feedback and approvals throughout the project We would also welcome support with improving the website structure, customer journey and wording where appropriate. **Required Experience** Applicants should have experience in: * Full-stack website development * Modern, responsive website design * Lead-generation websites * Secure forms and data handling * Content management systems * SEO-friendly development * Building scalable websites that can later support user accounts, dashboards and databases * UK GDPR and cookie-consent requirements * Testing websites across desktop, tablet and mobile devices Experience with booking platforms, property technology, serviced accommodation, travel, relocation, marketplaces or client/provider portals would be beneficial. **Important Requirements** The successful developer must: * Recommend a suitable and scalable technology stack * Explain the proposed setup in plain English * Keep the initial system simple and cost-effective * Provide full ownership of the website, source code, domain configuration and relevant accounts * Ensure the business is not permanently dependent on the developer * Provide documentation and a complete handover * Include a reasonable post-launch support period * Confirm that all work will be original and appropriately licensed * Maintain confidentiality regarding our business model, systems and customer information **Please Include in Your Proposal** Please answer the following questions: 1. What technology stack would you recommend for Phase 1 and why? 2. How would you ensure Phase 1 can be expanded into the Phase 2 platform? 3. Have you built a similar accommodation, property, travel, marketplace or booking website? 4. Please provide two or three relevant examples of your work. 5. Which features would you include in Phase 1 and which would you postpone? 6. How long would Phase 1 take? 7. What is your fixed-price quotation for Phase 1? 8. Please provide a separate preliminary estimate for Phase 2, understanding that the final specification will be agreed later. 9. What ongoing hosting, software or subscription costs would be required? 10. What support and warranty period would you provide after launch? 11. Will we receive full ownership of the source code, designs, accounts and website? 12. Who will personally complete the work, and will any part be subcontracted? Please begin your proposal with the words **“TWO-PHASE WEBSITE”** so we know you have read the complete brief. We are looking for someone who can build Phase 1 professionally and potentially work with us on Phase 2 and future improvements as the business grows.