An award-winning wedding and events venue is seeking an experienced Wedding Planning Manager to lead its three-person planning team and oversee the couple journey from booking through to post-wedding follow-up.
Hosting approximately 185 weddings a year, the venue offers a fast-paced, varied role for a confident leader who combines exceptional organisation with a warm, personal approach to service.
Key responsibilities
Lead, coach and motivate the wedding planning team
Manage the full planning journey for couples, including meetings, updates and final details
Prepare wedding schedules, layouts, table plans and event documentation
Coordinate menu tastings and liaise with couples, suppliers and venue departments
Maintain accurate CRM records, deadlines and planning information
Raise invoices, monitor deposits and outstanding payments, and complete post-event administration
Work closely with Sales, Operations, Catering and Housekeeping
Support wedding-day operations during peak periods and team holidays
Contribute to Open Days, supplier showcases, menu-tasting evenings and other events
About you
Proven experience in wedding planning, ideally within a hotel or events venue
Experience leading or managing a team
Excellent administration, communication and attention to detail
Confident managing multiple events, deadlines and client expectations
Commercial awareness and a natural focus on guest experience
Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends
Full driving licence and access to a car are essential
Familiarity with wedding venue CRM or hotel management systems is an advantage
The role is primarily focused on planning and team leadership, with occasional wedding-day operational support. Rotas are planned three to four months in advance.
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