Wedding Coordinator

Leigh & Co. Events; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Flexible schedule

Contract role

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events is seeking Lead Wedding Coordinators to manage wedding planning services onsite for couples, with training provided. This contract role offers a per-project pay of $400 for roughly 10–12 hours and you can choose your schedule for the 2026 season and beyond.

You will lead planning and execution onsite, coordinating with client experience managers and assistants to ensure flawless events and memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as wedding or event planner.
• Strong communication and detail orientation.
• Ability to travel and lift 30 lbs.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Attend final details call with clients ~6 weeks before wedding.
• Lead ceremony rehearsal and ensure smooth timing.
• Be primary onsite advocate for the couple and handle challenges.
• Oversee ceremony and reception setup per design and playbook.
• Manage full wedding day execution from vendor arrival to breakdown.
• Direct vendors and communicate setup instructions.
• Coordinate seating cards, menus, table numbers, decor.
• Support wedding party with timing cues and day-of needs.
• Ensure gifts, guest book, and decor are packed and counted.
• Proactively resolve last-minute changes for guest experience.

Skills

Wedding planning

On-site coordination

Vendor coordination

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

Leigh & Co. Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company - we are looking for planners. We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning services for engaged couples.

The Lead Wedding Coordinator position is an exciting opportunity for those looking to be a wedding planner.

This position is a contract role and you can pick your own schedule! Training is provided. Pay is $400 for a total of 10-12 hours and is paid per project. We're looking for individuals to join for this 2026 season and beyond.

This position will serve as a lead planner to provide wedding planning services for couples, primarily onsite. You will work alongside our client experience managers during the planning and assistant coordinators onsite to provide the following to execute weddings.

• Attend a final details call with clients approximately 6 weeks prior to the wedding to confirm logistics, timeline, and expectations
• Lead and facilitate the ceremony rehearsal on the day prior to the wedding, ensuring all participants are confident in timing, processional flow, and key cues
• Serve as the primary advocate for the couple onsite - maintaining a calm, solutions-focused presence and supporting them through any challenges that arise
• Oversee ceremony and reception setup in alignment with the event design and our day-of execution playbook
• Manage full wedding day execution from initial vendor arrival through final breakdown at the end of the evening
• Greet, direct, and act as the main point of contact for all vendors
• Communicate setup instructions clearly to vendors to ensure alignment with the event plan
• Coordinate and assist with 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 (gifts, guest book, personal décor, etc.) are properly packed and accounted for
• Proactively manage and resolve any issues or last-minute changes to maintain a smooth guest experience

Requirements

• Ability to work weekends is essential
• 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