Lead Onsite Wedding Planner - Contract, Flexible Schedule

Leigh and Co.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 41,328 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator to manage on-site wedding planning for multiple events. This contract role offers flexible scheduling and training provided.

You will lead ceremonies, coordinate rehearsals, and work closely with client experience managers to ensure flawless execution for couples. Candidates should have at least 2 years of wedding or event planning experience, strong communication, and the ability to travel on weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years experience as a wedding planner or event planner.
• Must have strong communication skills and be detail oriented.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to carry and lift 30 lbs.
• Ability to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate wedding planning on site for each event.
• Attend final details call 4–6 weeks before wedding to confirm logistics and timeline.
• Lead the ceremony rehearsal and ensure participants are confident in timing and cues.
• Oversee ceremony and reception setup in line with the design and playbook.
• Manage full wedding day execution from vendor arrival to breakdown.
• Greet, direct and be the main contact for all vendors.
• Coordinate placement of escort cards, menus, table numbers, favors and décor.
• Support wedding party and family with timing cues and needs.
• Ensure end-of-event items are packed and accounted for.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Onsite coordination

Reliable transportation

Mobility/physical ability

Job description

Leigh & Co. Events is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator to manage on-site wedding planning for multiple events. This contract role offers flexible scheduling and training provided.

You will lead ceremonies, coordinate rehearsals, and work closely with client experience managers to ensure flawless execution for couples. Candidates should have at least 2 years of wedding or event planning experience, strong communication, and the ability to travel on weekends.