Our Story
Founded in 2005 by CEO Bernadette Young, Indigo has grown into an established, award-winning governance advisory firm. Today, our experienced team provide bespoke and innovative governance services to the Boards of numerous companies – both listed and private – from across a variety of sectors.
At Indigo, our mission is to apply our expertise with integrity to empower leaders to build resilient and compliant organisations where better decision making delivers lasting success.
We offer a unique combination of independence, adaptability and expertise to businesses looking for support with their corporate governance and company secretarial needs.
Our Team
Bernadette Young, FCG
Chief Executive
Bernadette has 30 years’ experience as a governance professional, working with numerous boards and businesses across the listed and private sectors. She is a firm believer in the benefits of good governance, strong organisational leadership, culture and values, and in the synergy between organisational purpose and value creation.
Bernadette is a Fellow of the Chartered Governance Institute, a member of the CGIUKI Board, and a highly respected member of the profession. A frequent speaker at professional events, she is a regular contributor to the professional journal ‘Governance and Compliance’ and author of the ICSA Corporate Governance Handbook.
Trina Hill, FCG
Governance Director
Trina Hill, FCG, joined Indigo in 2025 and is a company secretary with around 30 years’ experience. Following a 10 year corporate career in FTSE100/250 and small cap listed companies across the retail, property and financial services sectors, Trina moved into professional practice in 2006. She has extensive board and committees support, corporate transactions and group restructuring experience across a wide range of clients.
Since 2009 Trina has also been involved in professional educational activities, including as a past CGIUKI Chief Examiner for Corporate Governance, and a university and college lecturer in company secretarial practice, company law and corporate governance module of CGIUKI and Master’s Degree courses. She continues to work in this educational field on a consultancy basis.
Telephone 07542 031173
Trina.Hill@
indigogovernance.com
Thomas Talbot-Crowe, ACA
Governance Manager
Thomas joined Indigo in 2026. He is a chartered accountant (ACA) with 8 years’ experience in the Banking and Asset Management sectors in Big Four professional services environments and in industry. Prior to joining Indigo, Thomas spent 5 years working in the ESG and sustainable finance sector, including in ESG regulatory compliance projects and as a sustainable investments specialist.
Thomas additionally holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chinese with French and the Audit Qualification from the ICAEW. Thomas is now starting the Chartered Governance Institute’s qualification programme.
Mobile 07842 244541
thomas.talbotcrowe@
indigogovernance.com
Bev Siddons
Governance Officer
Bev joined Indigo in 2014 and manages our clients’ statutory records, Companies House filings, and board and general meeting minutes for corporate changes.
Bev has previously worked at the Royal Courts of Justice in the Bankruptcy and Companies Courts.
Weronika Szyszka
Governance Officer
Weronika joined the Indigo team in November 2024, having worked for a number of years in local government delivering democratic, constitutional and governance support to directors and elected members. Weronika has a particular interest in promoting transparency, accountability and openness in governance and takes a keen interest in changes in regulatory and legislative environments.
Weronika, who supports a number of Indigo’s clients with their compliance and board support requirements, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in History and aspires to qualify as a Chartered Governance Professional.
Telephone 01702 476824
weronika.szyszka@
indigogovernance.com
Stephen Jones, FCG
Corporate Governance Associate
Stephen has more than 30 years’ experience as a Chartered Secretary, working in large listed PLCs, and is a Fellow of the Chartered Governance Institute. He spent 20 years in senior roles at Pearson plc, including the last five as SVP and Company Secretary.
Although having recently retired from full-time employment, Stephen was attracted to Indigo by their passion for helping boards to navigate the constantly evolving governance landscape and is using his practical expertise to lead on significant governance projects.
Natasha Jeffs
Company Secretarial Assistant
Natasha joined Indigo in April 2024 and assists with managing our clients’ statutory records, Companies House filings, and board and general meeting minutes for corporate changes.
Natasha brings a wealth of corporate experience gained from 25+ years working within the financial sector. With a PA/Secretarial background for a leading bank in London, and subsequently providing administrative support to multiple esteemed local accounting firms, Natasha has developed a commitment to professionalism, integrity and meticulous attention to detail and strives to deliver exceptional service and support to all clients and stakeholders at Indigo Governance.
Paddy Gardner
Company Secretarial Trainee
Paddy is an ambitious and passionate individual pursuing a career as a Company Secretary. Having joined Indigo in the Summer of 2023, Paddy has demonstrated his attention to detail and desire to learn from his colleagues. With a bachelor’s degree in History & Archaeology from the University of Southampton, Paddy has started his professional career as a Company Secretarial Trainee and is rapidly gaining experience of corporate governance and company law.
Since joining, Paddy has been engaged in various activities, from helping to prepare board meeting minutes and agendas, to filing confirmation statements and other statutory forms at Companies House. His eagerness to take on new challenges makes him a great asset to the team.
Mary-Jane Opara
Company Secretarial Trainee
Mary-Jane joined Indigo in spring 2025 as a Company Secretarial Trainee. She is a dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a strong interest in Company Law and corporate transparency. Prior to joining Indigo, she has supported democratic appeals panels at Essex County Council and worked in the charity sector, gaining experience in minute taking and meeting preparation.
Since starting her professional career with us, she has contributed to company secretarial functions such as assisting with transactions, drafting articles, and filing statutory documents at Companies House. Mary-Jane holds a Law degree from the University of Kent and aspires to qualify as a Company Secretary.
Telephone 01702 476824
Mary-Jane.Opara@
indigogovernance.com
Stuart Greene
Administrative Assistant
Stuart is an administrator at Indigo, providing reliable support across a range of governance and operational activities. He has experience in structured, process-driven environments, with a strong focus on accuracy, organisation, and maintaining high standards in administrative work.
Before joining Indigo, Stuart worked in claims administration, where he managed case files, monitored communications, and supported the efficient handling of sensitive information. This experience developed his attention to detail and understanding of the importance of clear processes and compliance.
Our Advisory Board
Lorraine Young, FCG
Lorraine is a chartered governance professional and accredited mediator, who provides board advisory and related consultancy services. She is a Non-Executive Director of PHSC plc and a former Non-Executive Director of City of London Group plc, both AIM listed companies.
Lorraine is a Past President and Fellow of ICSA, the Chartered Governance Institute. She has held senior governance roles at a number of FTSE 350 companies. She ran her own company secretarial and corporate governance advisory practice for 13 years, which in 2016 she merged with the cosec team at a UK top 50 law firm, where she was a partner. Since February 2019, Lorraine has been pursuing her own consultancy interests.
Siobhan Draper
Siobhan spent much of her career working for European investment banks, completing the German ‘Bank Kauffmann’ qualification, before working in inhouse consulting then operational risk. She was an MLRO (money laundering reporting officer) at JP Morgan, and a director at UBS.
Siobhan has been chair of the Professional Standards Committee, and the main Board of IAB (an accountancy professional body supervisor) for six years and is also a trustee of Chatham Maritime Trust, and a governor of the Elizabeth School of London.
Outside of professional commitments, Siobhan has been a presiding justice magistrate in criminal and family court for eleven years.
Interested in joining Indigo?
Indigo is an independent specialist provider of corporate governance and company secretarial services to listed and large private companies. Indigo is going through an exciting growth phase and is keen to hear from individuals who may be interested in joining and help support its growing client base.
Based at our offices in Essex or remotely and/or attending at client offices, we are open to those looking for a full-time role as well as more flexible part-time hours for those seeking a better work-life balance or who need to fit their careers around other commitments.
Why join Indigo?
- You want to join a dynamic, growing business.
- You want to be the go-to person for clients.
- You want to achieve a sustainable work-life balance.
- You are looking for greater in flexibility in how you work.
- You want to contribute to a broader range of governance projects.
- You want to feel valued and be an integral part of the team.
We offer a competitive salary, bonus arrangement and other benefits.
If you would like to find out more about joining our friendly team at this exciting time, please contact us using the details below.