Internal audit - External quality assessments of internal audit services - Audit committee effectiveness reviews - Risk management - Governance - Advice and training for internal auditors and audit committees - Business consultancy 


Internal Audit, Governance, Risk Management, Training and Business Consultancy Services

Gard Consultancy Services was formed in 2016 to provide a range of internal audit, governance, risk management, and training services to organisations operating in the public, not-for-profit and commercial sectors. Prior to the formation of the business, our directors had extensive careers in the public sector.

Our Managing Director is Ray Gard, FCCA, CFIIA, CPFA, DMS, who has over 40 years experience of internal audit, governance and risk management in the public sector, including performing the Head of Internal Audit role, and working with audit committees, leadership teams and professional bodies.

Our other Director is Claire Gard, MA, BA (Hons), CMS, PS Cert who has extensive experience gained from working in the public, education and electricity supply industry sectors.

The core services we provide are:

  • Internal audit
  • External quality assessments of internal audit services
  • Audit committee effectiveness reviews
  • Risk management
  • Governance
  • Advice and training for internal auditors and audit committees 
  • Business consultancy

Why Choose Gard Consultancy Services?


Our management team are highly experienced professionals who believe in providing the best possible service to our clients, whilst ensuring we provide them with value-for-money solutions.

Client satisfaction is the most important thing to us. We listen to our clients and by utilising our extensive internal audit, risk management, and governance skills, we aim to deliver what our clients want in an efficient and cost-effective way. Our approach ensures that the support you receive from us is uniquely suited to your operating environment and takes account of the commercial, economic, and external market factors that affect your business sector.  
For more information on any of our services or to discuss your requirements in more detail, please email us at info@gardconsultancy.co.uk or telephone us on 07963 348752
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