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Gemologist & High Jewellery Specialist | HNWI Client Advisor

Zürich, Schweiz
Nur Remote
Graduate Gemologist GG GIA & Bachelor in textil business Management
Zürich, Schweiz
Nur Remote
Graduate Gemologist GG GIA & Bachelor in textil business Management

Profilanlagen

CV_Michelle Willame 2025.pdf

Skills

Strategische Planung (Account Planning)Beschaffung von RessourcenStrategieausführungSupply Chain ManagementStrategische PartnerschaftStrategische KommunikationStrategische BeschaffungHospitality ManagementLogistikprozesseEvent-SourcingMaterialeinkaufClient Onboarding
Gemology & Diamond Expertise
Comprehensive training in diamond and coloured stone grading through theoretical and practical courses at GIA New York, recognized as Best in Class. Hands-on laboratory expertise with loupes, microscopes, density testers, ocular box graders, and other gemological instruments. Advanced knowledge of the global diamond and gemstone trade.

High Jewellery Sales & Inventory Management
Management of High Jewellery departments with inventories valued at over CHF 3M, including quality assurance and valuation of jewellery consignments. Proven track record of exceeding sales targets, including surpassing first-half-year targets by approximately 10% at Tiffany & Co.

HNWI Client Relationship Management
Building and maintaining long-term relationships with high-net-worth individuals, including a personal portfolio of long-term clients. Organisation of exclusive High Jewellery events, private client advisory, and proactive client care across international luxury brands such as Sotheby's and Tiffany & Co.

Bespoke Jewellery Design & Creative Direction
Founder and Creative Director of a Zurich-based bespoke fine jewellery company specialising in high-grade diamonds and coloured gemstones. Leadership of all creative, gemmological, and client-facing activities including bespoke design and stone selection.

International Gemstone Sourcing
Sourcing of exceptional off-market gemstones through an international GIA network across New York, Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Mumbai.

Luxury Brand & Partner Relations
Maintenance of relationships with luxury partner companies such as Bucherer and Cartier to optimise client experience. Collaboration with European headquarters and cross-boutique knowledge sharing across Europe and the USA.

Event Organisation & Client Acquisition
Organisation of High Jewellery events for high-net-worth clients, including existing clientele and new client acquisition. Experience with global brand events such as the Monaco Launch for Tiffany & Co.

Textile Business Management & Supply Chain
Academic expertise in global B2B and B2C textile markets, procurement, logistics, supply chain management, and sustainable business strategies, gained through a Double Degree in BSc Textile Business Management.

Hospitality & Front Office Operations
Vocational training in hospitality and administration, including internships in incoming services, digital solutions, event management, and luxury front office operations.

Erfahrung

Berufserfahrung0 - 5 Jahre
Freelancer seit2026

Sprachen

DeutschMutterspracheEnglischMuttersprache

Projekthistorie

Co-Founder

Michelle Willame private Jeweller - Amare Trading GmbH
Founder and Creative Director of a Zurich-based bespoke fine jewellery company specialising in high-grade diamonds and coloured gemstones. Leading all creative, gemmological, and client-facing activities including bespoke design, stone selection, and private client advisory. Sourcing exceptional off-market gemstones through an international GIA network across New York, Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Mumbai. Building and managing a high-net-worth client community, driving organic growth and high-value sales.

Client Advisor & High Jewellery Specialist

Sotheby's
Managed the High Jewellery department of the Sotheby's Salon in Zurich, overseeing a jewellery inventory valued at over CHF 3M. Evaluated potential jewellery consignments for quality assurance and valuation. Organised High Jewellery events for high-net-worth clients, including existing clientele and new client acquisition. Maintained relationships with partner companies such as Bucherer and Cartier to optimise client experience and promote other Sotheby's Retail categories.

Client Advisor & High Jewellery Ambassador

Tiffany & Co
Built and maintained long-term relationships with high-net-worth clients (minimum spend CHF 50k) through proactive client care, event organisation, and invitations to global Tiffany network events. Served as Ambassador for High Jewellery pieces in the Zurich boutique (items priced over CHF 100k), sharing best practices for client experience with other boutiques in Europe and the USA, and collaborating closely with the European headquarters in Munich. Achieved strong sales performance, exceeding first-half-year targets by approximately 10%.

Intern, Incoming Services & Digital Solutions

Congress Center Basel
Supported international clients, managed event inquiries and venue bookings, and supervised digital visitor guidance.

Front Office Intern

Romantik Seehotel Sonne Kusnacht ZH
Delivered luxury guest services, gained operational training, and completed internship as a fully independent receptionist.

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