Trusted EQA Services -
Driving Excellence
Beyond Standards
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
Stakeholder Trust
It provides independent proof to the Board and Audit Committee that the internal audit team is competent, objective, and delivering real value.
Mandatory Compliance
The IIA Global Standards require an EQA at least once every five years to maintain professional standing and regulatory compliance.
Professional Growth
External experts identify "blind spots" and suggest best practices to modernise audit techniques and improve efficiency.
Our approach to EQAs
An External Quality Assessment should be a catalyst for growth, not a compliance hurdle. Our approach moves beyond the “tick-box” to provide a collaborative, high-impact review that equips your Board with absolute confidence.
By blending independent scrutiny with practical, real-world insight, we identify the specific levers your team can pull to enhance governance and efficiency. The result is a bespoke roadmap of actionable recommendations designed to transform your internal audit function from a monitoring tool into a strategic asset that delivers measurable value.
Our Goal…
Your EQA partner for stronger governance and smarter auditing.
- Verify Compliance: Ensure full alignment with the latest IIA Global Standards.
- Strengthen Trust: Provide the Board with independent assurance of audit quality.
- Drive Innovation: Identify ways to modernise methodologies and boost efficiency.
- Mentor the Team: Provide a roadmap for professional growth and skill-building.
- Maximise Value: Transform audit findings into strategic insights for the business.
Steve Connors
EQA expertise you can trust
Our expertise is built on years of “being in the room” understanding the pressure of Board reporting and the challenge of keeping audit relevant. We treat an EQA as a professional mentorship, not an inspection. By combining our deep knowledge of Global Standards with real-world experience, we help see past the “tick-boxes” to focus on what truly matters. Our goal is to leave you with a stronger reputation, a sharper strategy, and a clear path to excellence.
Sectors we specialise in
Public Sector
Providing independent assurance across the UK public sector, leveraging insider expertise to ensure compliance, transparency, accountability, and achieve Value for Money.
Regulated
We provide the high-level assurance required to navigate Regulatory frameworks, strengthening the control environment that protects your assets and stakeholder confidence.
Not-for-Profit / Third
We safeguard your mission and reputation by ensuring monies are accounted for, protecting trust through tailored audits that focus on front-line impact.
Corporate & Commercial
We transform risk into a competitive advantage for businesses, delivering senior-led insights that streamline operations, protect assets, and support confident, high-stakes decision-making.