Lead Wedding Planner

Boston Catering & Events; Asheville (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events seeks a Lead Wedding Planner for on-site, high-touch coordination in Asheville, NC. This contract role offers a per-project compensation with training provided and a flexible schedule, focusing on delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will work with client experience managers and assistant coordinators to execute details, manage vendors, and guide couples through the wedding day challenges while maintaining calm, solutions-oriented leadership.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a wedding planner or event planner (per ad).
• Strong communication and detail-oriented mindset.
• Reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate the ceremony rehearsal the day before the wedding.
• Oversee wedding day execution from vendor arrival to breakdown.
• Welcome and direct vendors; be the main point of contact on site.
• Communicate setup instructions to vendors to align with the event plan.
• Support the wedding party and family with timing cues and day-of needs.

Skills

Wedding planning

On-site coordination

Vendor management

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

# Lead Wedding PlannerLeigh and Co. · Asheville, North Carolina · Posted 5 days agoFull-Time Apply Now Share:## About this roleLeigh & Co. Events is an expanding wedding planning company based throughout the United States, and we are seeking passionate planners to join our team. The Lead Wedding Planner position offers a fantastic opportunity for aspiring wedding coordinators. This is a contract role that allows you to create your own schedule, with training provided. Compensation is $350 for approximately 10-12 hours of work, paid per project. We are excited to welcome new team members for the 2026 season and beyond.As a Lead Wedding Planner, you will provide essential wedding planning services for couples, primarily on-site. You will collaborate with our client experience managers during the planning phase and assistant coordinators on the wedding day to deliver exceptional experiences.Conduct a final details call with clients about six weeks before the wedding to confirm logistics, timeline, and expectations.Lead and facilitate the ceremony rehearsal the day before the wedding, ensuring all participants are prepared and confident in their roles.Act as the primary advocate for the couple on-site, maintaining a calm and solutions-oriented presence while supporting them through any challenges that arise.Oversee the setup of the ceremony and reception in line with the event design and our day-of execution playbook.Manage the entire wedding day execution from vendor arrival to final breakdown at the end of the evening.Welcome and direct vendors, serving as their main point of contact throughout the event.Clearly communicate setup instructions to vendors to ensure alignment with the event plan.Coordinate and assist in the placement of personal and event details, including escort cards, menus, table numbers, favors, guest book, and décor elements.Support the wedding party and family members with guidance, timing cues, and any day-of needs.Ensure all end-of-event items such as gifts, guest book, personal décor, and more are packed and accounted for.Proactively manage and resolve any issues or last-minute changes to ensure a seamless guest experience.Requirements:The ability to work weekends is essential.At least 2 years of experience as a wedding planner or event planner.Strong communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset.Reliable transportation.Ability to carry and lift items weighing up to 30 lbs.