Fairs has been executive director of regulatory policy, analysis and advice at TPR for four years in which he oversaw the introduction of a range of important policy initiatives.
These included the granting of significant new powers under the Pensions Schemes Act, and the new defined benefit funding regime.
Prior to working at TPR, he was a pensions partner at KPMG.
Fairs said: “The pension landscape is rapidly shifting and trustees and sponsors of schemes face a host of regulatory changes in a rapidly evolving world as people’s working patterns and finances change.
“I have long been an admirer of LCP and am excited to join a firm which has such a strong reputation for being people-centric, ambitious in its approach and not afraid to challenge the status quo.”
Fairs will be joining LCP’s pensions practice in April, working closely with key clients to help them navigate the complex developments and issues facing the industry.
He will also help support the firm with expanding its offerings to the market.
LCP chief executive officer Aaron Punwani, said: “David brings a wealth of experience and insight that will help our clients understand and tackle their most important challenges.
“In his role at TPR he was passionate about driving positive change to help protect savers and bring about better retirement outcomes, and we are delighted that he will be working with us to continue that mission.”
Michelle Wright, LCP’s head of pensions strategy, said this is a “pivotal time” in the industry.
“David’s specialist knowledge, passion and influence make him perfectly placed to help drive LCP’s continued innovation, helping us to meet evolving client needs in an ever-changing pensions landscape,” she said.
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