Wedding Coordinator

Leigh and Co.•Bangor, ME

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Leigh & Co. Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States, currently seeking planners in Maine. The company provides wedding design, wedding coordination, and planning services for engaged couples. This Lead Wedding Coordinator position is a contract role offering training and the flexibility to pick your own schedule. The role involves serving as a lead planner, primarily onsite, working alongside client experience managers during planning and assistant coordinators onsite to execute weddings for the 2026 season and beyond.

Requirements

Ability to work weekends is essential
2 years experience as a wedding planner or event planner
Strong communication skills
Detail oriented
Reliable transportation
Able to carry and lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

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