Adam Roland
About Adam Roland
Adam Roland is a Senior Manager in Groupwide Technology Risk at Legal & General, with a background in risk advisory and cloud technology. He has held various roles in organizations such as Deloitte, KPMG, and New Zealand Parliament, and has a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland.
Current Role at Legal & General
Adam Roland serves as Senior Manager for Groupwide Technology Risk at Legal & General since 2021. In this role, he focuses on managing technology-related risks across the organization. His responsibilities include enhancing governance, risk, and control frameworks, particularly in relation to cloud technology. Adam's expertise supports Legal & General in navigating the complexities of technology risk management within the financial services sector.
Previous Experience at Deloitte
Before joining Legal & General, Adam Roland worked at Deloitte in the Risk Advisory division. He held the position of Senior Consultant from 2018 to 2020, followed by a role as Manager from 2020 to 2021. During his time at Deloitte, he contributed to various risk management projects, leveraging his knowledge in governance and control frameworks to assist clients in the financial services industry.
Experience at KPMG New Zealand
Adam Roland has extensive experience with KPMG New Zealand, where he held multiple roles. He began as an IT Advisor from 2013 to 2015, then progressed to Advisor and Senior Advisor positions in 2017 and 2018, respectively. His work at KPMG involved consulting on technology risk and governance, which provided him with a solid foundation in risk management practices applicable to various sectors.
Education and Qualifications
Adam Roland completed his secondary education at Saint Kentigern College from 2005 to 2009. He then pursued higher education at the University of Auckland, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree with a double major in Accounting and Information Systems from 2010 to 2012. This academic background has equipped him with essential skills in financial and information systems, contributing to his professional capabilities in technology risk management.
Background in Government and Cyber Security
Adam Roland has a diverse background that includes experience in both government and cyber security consulting. He worked at the New Zealand Parliament in the Office of the Hon Mark Mitchell from 2015 to 2017. This role, combined with his consulting experience, has allowed him to gain a comprehensive understanding of client requirements and the challenges faced in managing technology risks.