Wedding Coordinator

Leigh & Co. Events; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events in Philadelphia is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator for the 2026 season. This contract role lets you pick your own schedule and works onsite to manage wedding planning and day-of execution from setup to breakdown.

You will coordinate with clients and vendors, lead ceremonies and rehearsals, and serve as the couple’s onsite advocate to ensure a calm, seamless experience. Training is provided and pay is $400 for 10–12 hours per project.

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 lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to work weekends is essential.

Responsibilities

• Attend final details call with clients about 6 weeks before the wedding.
• Lead the ceremony rehearsal on the day before the wedding.
• Serve as the primary onsite advocate for the couple.
• Oversee ceremony and reception setup in line with design and playbook.
• Manage full wedding day execution from vendor arrival to end of night.
• Greet and direct vendors as the main contact.
• Communicate setup instructions clearly to vendors.
• Coordinate placement of escort cards, menus, table numbers, décor.
• Support wedding party and family with timing cues and day-of needs.
• Ensure end-of-event items are packed and accounted for.
• Proactively resolve last-minute changes to maintain guest experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Reliable transportation

Physical stamina

Weekend availability

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