Rachel Birthistle Events srl, also known as The Lake Como Wedding Planner, is a creative company organising, designing and producing events throughout Italy and Europe. We are looking for a passionate, detail-oriented and creative Event Planner to join our team at our office in Como where you will have the opportunity of managing every aspect of wedding planning – from the initial concept to the final execution – ensuring every event runs smoothly and reflects the unique vision of each couple.
Main responsibilities:
- Meet with clients to understand their vision, style preferences, and budget
- Plan, organize and manage all aspects of the wedding, including timelines and budgets
- Research, select and coordinate with trusted vendors
(venues, caterers, florists, photographers, entertainers, etc.)
- Work closely with our Design Team to develop designs and concepts tailored to each couple
- Supervise and coordinate the wedding day to ensure everything runs seamlessly
- Proactively handle any last-minute changes or unexpected issues
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients and vendors throughout the planning
process
Experience and skills requested:
- at least 3 years work experience in wedding or event planning
- strong organizational and multitasking skills with great attention to detail
- strong team player
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment with good problem-solving skills
- working knowledge of MS Office (Microsoft Excel)
- preferable working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or Adobe InDesign
- nnowledge of local wedding trends, venues and vendors in the Como area
- fluent in both Italian and English (written and spoken)
- ability to work on site at events for design production, set up and dismantles
- ability to work evenings and weekends during events
We're offering an initial fixed term contract with the intention of it becoming a permanent contract.
Our offices are located in Como, Cernobbio and Maslianico.
We are an equal opportunity employer (L.903/03) and invite you to send a CV and Covering Letter.
Work Contract: Full Time, Fixed-term contract, No remote working
Availability:
Mondays to Fridays 09.30-18.00 (with availability to work during weekends on events)