Lead Wedding Planner - Contract, Flexible Schedule

Leigh and Co.; Berlin (NH); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator for our 2026 season and beyond. This contract role offers you the ability to pick your own schedule and includes training.

The position is primarily onsite, serving as the lead planner to execute weddings with our team of managers and coordinators. You will be the primary onsite advocate for the couple, managing timelines, vendor coordination and day-of execution while maintaining a calm and proactive presence.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years experience as a wedding planner or event planner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Attend final details calls with clients 4–6 weeks before the wedding to confirm logistics, timeline and expectations.
• Lead and facilitate the ceremony rehearsal the day before the wedding, ensuring timing and cues.
• Serve as primary onsite advocate for the couple, maintaining calm, solutions-focused support.
• 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 act as main contact for all vendors.
• Communicate setup instructions to vendors per the event plan.
• Coordinate placement of escort cards, menus, table numbers and décor elements.
• Support wedding party and family with timing cues and day-of needs.
• Ensure end-of-event items are packed and accounted for.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Lift 30 lbs

Reliable transportation

Weekend availability

Job description

Leigh & Co. Events is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator for our 2026 season and beyond. This contract role offers you the ability to pick your own schedule and includes training.

The position is primarily onsite, serving as the lead planner to execute weddings with our team of managers and coordinators. You will be the primary onsite advocate for the couple, managing timelines, vendor coordination and day-of execution while maintaining a calm and proactive presence.