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Lead Wedding Planner The Simply Elegant Group - 1.0 Chicago, IL Job Details Part-time $18 - $25 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Vendor relationship building Google Workspace Sourcing Teamwork Attention to detail Organizational skills
Full Job Description Job Title:
Lead Wedding Planner -
Part Time Company:
The Simply Elegant Group Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid / Remote + On-Site Event Support)
Job Type:
Part-Time, Seasonal The Simply Elegant Group Simply Elegant Group is an award-winning, nationwide wedding planning company that creates joyful, stress-free celebrations for engaged couples through collaboration, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to exceptional client experiences. We're looking for a part-time Lead Wedding Planner to join our growing team! If you're organized, creative, and passionate about crafting unforgettable client experiences, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do Plan and coordinate 15+ weddings per year Serve as the primary point of contact for couples throughout the planning process Support vendor and venue sourcing, design development, timeline creation, and day-of logistics Manage wedding-day execution, including rehearsals and event coordination (10-12 hour event days) Build and nurture relationships with local venues and vendors Attend networking and industry events to represent The Simply Elegant Group in your market What We're Looking For 3+ years of wedding and/or event planning experience (preferred) Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Calm, creative, and detail-oriented in fast-paced environments Proficient with Google Workspace Flexible weekend availability during peak season (April-October) A collaborative, team-focused mindset Our Core Values We are intentionally collaborative We are kind, fun, and friendly We communicate calmly and effectively We creatively solve problems with hard work and grit We don't take things personally and give others grace Compensation & Perks Average pay range: $18-25/hr (base hourly + commissions) Flexible scheduling + 80% remote (work-from-anywhere!) Opportunities for growth within The Simply Elegant Group Why You'll Love It Here We believe planning weddings should be fun—for both couples and planners. You'll join a supportive nationwide team that celebrates creativity, kindness, and collaboration while helping couples create the best day of their lives. To join our team, click "Apply" or email your cover letter and resume to and a short note on why you'd love to join The Simply Elegant Group!