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An External Quality Assessment (EQA) is an independent review of your internal audit function – measuring how well it aligns to the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) and where it can improve.
We deliver a constructive, tailored review that supports both compliance and performance.
What we assess:
- Standards alignment
How well your internal audit function meets recognised professional frameworks. - Audit charter performance
How effectively internal audit delivers on its purpose and board expectations. - Opportunities to improve
Clear, practical ways to strengthen governance, efficiency and value.
Why you need EQA Services
Benefit #1
Leave it to us - we will manage and deliver your entire internal audit function.
Benefit #3
We help establish new audit functions, train teams, or support your move to an outsourced model.
Benefit #2
We work alongside your in-house team to fill capacity or skills gaps with experienced auditors.
Our approach to EQAs
We believe the EQA should be more than a compliance tick-box: our approach is collaborative and practical, designed to give your board confidence while helping your internal audit team grow. We combine independent review with constructive feedback, drawing on leading frameworks and good practice.
The result is a tailored assessment that highlights strengths, identifies opportunities to improve, and delivers clear, actionable recommendations that enhance the governance, efficiency, and value derived from your internal audit function.
Our goal isn’t just to provide assurance. We’re here to help you improve
That means:
- Identifying control gaps early and working with you to put them right
- Helping strengthen governance frameworks, including Board Assurance Frameworks
- Supporting smarter, more efficient use of resources
- Considering risks related to compliance, reputation, ESG and equity
- Giving senior leaders the confidence to act with clarity and purpose
Steve Connors
Audit expertise you can trust
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Sectors we specialise in
Not for profit
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Financial Services
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Corporate & Commercial
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“Provided strong assurance”
Validera produced a comprehensive audit scope document and clear timeline, The system to load audit documents was simple to use and update. The audit report was delivered on time and provided strong assurance. The auditor kept all stakeholders updated throughout the process.
(Financial Services Client – South East)
“Provided strong assurance”
Validera produced a comprehensive audit scope document and clear timeline, The system to load audit documents was simple to use and update. The audit report was delivered on time and provided strong assurance. The auditor kept all stakeholders updated throughout the process.
(Financial Services Client – South East)