Informational Blog Website Development

I'm looking for an experienced web developer to create an informational/blog website focused primarily on text articles. The site will be based around a training provider in the UK so prior experience would be advantageous should be easy to navigate, visually appealing, and optimized for SEO.

Key Requirements:
- User-friendly interface
- SEO optimization
- Mobile responsiveness
- Integration with social media
- Content management system setup (preferably WordPress or Joomla)

Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Proven web development experience
- Strong knowledge of SEO best practices
- Familiarity with WordPress and Joomla
- Excellent design skills
- Ability to create responsive layouts

Please include samples of previous work and a rough timeline for project completion.