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Will Howat-Comandré

@willhowat

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I build scalable, high-performance frontend platforms and component systems.

France

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead frontend delivery, component architecture and design systems for teams building accessible, high-performance web products.

I've led frontend delivery for large-scale builds at 10up, including Politico, The Spectator and the Nobel Prize, improving Core Web Vitals by 30%+ and building reusable React component libraries that accelerated feature delivery by around 25%.

Across MullenLowe Profero, Euromoney PLC and earlier agency roles, I've led architecture, design systems and replatforming for enterprise platforms including Lloyds Bank, Honda, Tesco, Unilever and M&S. I enjoy partnering closely with design, backend and product teams to deliver accessible, performant web experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Freelance Frontend Consultant

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Self Employed

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Consulting on design systems, component architecture, accessibility, and design-to-engineering pipelines.

Design Systems Component Architecture Accessibility Design to Engineering Pipelines

Senior Frontend Engineer

10up

Oct 2020 - Jan 2025 (4 years 3 months)

Led development of scalable, componentised content platforms, delivering ~14 high-profile projects for clients including Politico, The Spectator, and NBA. Implemented headless CMS solutions with React/Next.js and WordPress, and developed reusable component libraries with Storybook.

React Next.js WordPress PHP Gutenberg Storybook JavaScript Headless CMS Performance Optimization Accessibility

Technical Lead

MullenLowe UK

Oct 2018 - Jul 2020 (1 year 9 months)

Directed solution architecture and technical delivery across key accounts, leading cross-discipline teams and acting as trusted advisor to stakeholders. Implemented delivery frameworks and architected headless, componentised platforms, reducing delivery time by ~40%.

Solutions Architect Technical Leadership Frontend Development Headless CMS Componentised Platforms Performance Optimization Stakeholder Management

Freelance Web Development, Design & Team Leadership

N/A

May 2018 - Oct 2018 (5 months)

Provided freelance web development, design, and team leadership services.

Frontend Development JavaScript Team Leadership

Lead Creative Technologist (Head of Frontend & Design)

Euromoney Institutional Investor

Oct 2014 - May 2018 (3 years 7 months)

Headed global design team, managing 9-13 engineers and designers, directing enterprise re-platforming, and introducing design systems that cut delivery time by ~30%.

UX Design UI Design Frontend Development Design Systems Team Management Enterprise Re platforming Hiring Mentorship

Technical Lead

Leo Burnett

Apr 2013 - Nov 2013 (7 months)

Provided strategic technical consultancy and delivery management, including work on McDonald's 'Little Piccadilly' and Amnesty International campaigns.

Technical Consultancy Delivery Management Frontend Development Quality Assurance

Interface Development Technical Lead

Digitas UK

Jan 2010 - Jan 2013 (3 years)

Led front-end teams, architected best practices, and was instrumental in the Lloyds Banking Group online banking re-platform, including mobile channel and Money Manager tool.

Frontend Development WCAG Responsive Design Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery Team Leadership