Alumni — Where Are They Now

Abigail Ledes

One of my most rewarding and memorable experiences was my year studying at Christie’s Education London. Led by passionate and invested tutors, I learned and benefitted greatly from the emphasis the curriculum placed on not only examining fine and decorative arts but handling objects. I fondly remember many specialist sessions at King Street and afternoon lectures at the V&A, National Gallery, Wallace Collection… the list goes on! I shared this experience with an incredible class. I made lifelong friends as well as future colleagues at Christie’s.

Upon graduating, I returned to New York. Christie’s Education introduced me to an HR contact and they proposed I apply for the newly created Private Sale Administrator role in the Jewelry Department at Christie’s. I was offered the position and spent three wonderful years with the department. Over this period, my role evolved to cover auction as well as private sales supporting the Head of Jewelry, Americas and later the department Exhibition Coordinator.

At the beginning of this year, I made the difficult decision to re-join my fiancé in London. Shortly before leaving, I learned about a maternity cover at Christie’s International Real Estate (CIRE) in London. I worked on many collaborations with CIRE in the Jewelry departments and was eager to join their team in London and continue my career at Christie’s. I am currently Manager of Affiliate and Client Services and I am really enjoying my role.