Kirandeep Kaur Virdi
Delta,BC
Summary
10+ years of work experience. I am self motivated and live with integrity. Firm believer of learning is a never ending quest. Hence, always aspire to grow into a more responsible position where I can understand business and take decisions for the business with potential for career progress and personal development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Jewelry Appraiser
TG Designs
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Examine jewelry items to assess their quality, authenticity, and condition.
- Evaluate gemstones, precious metals, and craftsmanship to determine the item's value accurately.
- Stay updated on market trends, jewelry designs, and historical values.
- Prepare detailed appraisal reports describing the jewelry item, including specifications, materials used, photographs, and estimated value.
- Communicate with clients to understand their appraisal needs. Explain the appraisal process, methodologies, and the factors affecting the value of their jewelry items.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to jewelry appraisal and trade. Adhere to ethical standards and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
- Collaborate with jewelers, gemologists, and other experts when necessary to gather additional information or verify the authenticity of jewelry items.
Diamond Grader
Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
08.2017 - 03.2023
- Evaluate natural and lab-grown diamonds and finalize the clarity, polish, and symmetry grades in accordance with GIA standards
- Follow standard grading methodology and examination techniques to evaluate a diamond using proper tools and devices (i.e
- Microscope, loupe, tweezers, etc.)
- Apply basic knowledge of GIA policies and procedures to identify characteristics present in the diamond, and electronically map observations onto a diagram by using GIA's proprietary systems
- Learn to interpret and follow documentation policies and procedures to efficiently represent characteristics and treatments present in the diamond by using GIA's proprietary systems
- Participate in ongoing professional training and testing for continuous grading development
- Perform other duties as assigned or per business needs such as mentoring for new hiring batches and double-checking grader training
- Achievements - Awarded Star Performer of the quarter twice.
FIS Team Member
Global Business Solutions India Pvt. Ltd
10.2013 - 06.2017
- Pre-defined actions of certain types of claims
- Resolving complex issues (cardholder and merchant claim, internal inquiry) on cardholders and merchant's challenges
- The incumbent is also focusing on providing optimum services to cardholders and merchants and delivering flawless quality in accordance with policy and procedures
- Reaching out to card members and merchants on resolutions and updates via email.
HR Executive
Transformerz
02.2011 - 10.2012
- Identifying training needs across levels through mapping of skills required for particular positions & analysis of existing levels
- Handling recruitment life-cycle for sourcing the best talent from diverse sources after identification of manpower requirements
- Executing an entire gamut of tasks in recruitment encompassing sourcing, screening, shortlisting, selection, appointment, etc
- Developing & maintaining MIS reports and other operational reports.
Education
Certification Courses - Jewelry Appraising
Canadian Gemological Laboratory
Vancouver04.2023
Certification Courses - ID And Evaluation of Natural And Lab-grown Diamond
Canadian Gemological Laboratory
Vancouver04.2023
Certification Courses - Color Grading
GIA
Mumbai, India02.2023
Certification Courses - Applied Jewelry Professional
GIA
Mumbai, India01.2022
Certification Courses - Pearls
GIA
Mumbai, India10.2021
Certification Courses - Graduate Diamonds
GIA
Mumbai, India07.2019
Certification Courses - Colored Stone Grading Lab
GIA
Mumbai, India07.2019
Certification Courses - Colored Stones Essentials
GIA
Mumbai, India05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Mumbai
Mumbai, India05.2010
High School Diploma -
Maharashtra State Board
Mumbai, India02.2007
Secondary School Certificate -
Maharashtra State Board
Mumbai, India03.2005
Skills
- Ms Word Ms Excel Ms PowerPoint Customer Service Diamond Grader Jewelry Appraiser Administration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Timeline
Jewelry Appraiser
TG Designs
04.2023 - 10.2023
Diamond Grader
Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
08.2017 - 03.2023
FIS Team Member
Global Business Solutions India Pvt. Ltd
10.2013 - 06.2017
HR Executive
Transformerz
02.2011 - 10.2012
Certification Courses - Jewelry Appraising
Canadian Gemological Laboratory
Certification Courses - ID And Evaluation of Natural And Lab-grown Diamond
Canadian Gemological Laboratory
Certification Courses - Color Grading
GIA
Certification Courses - Applied Jewelry Professional
GIA
Certification Courses - Pearls
GIA
Certification Courses - Graduate Diamonds
GIA
Certification Courses - Colored Stone Grading Lab
GIA
Certification Courses - Colored Stones Essentials
GIA
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Mumbai
High School Diploma -
Maharashtra State Board
Secondary School Certificate -
Maharashtra State Board
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