Financial services experts take senior TPR positions

Two financial services experts have joined The Pensions Regulator (TPR) in senior roles.

Julian Lyne, an asset management leader, has been appointed interim executive director of market oversight for one year.

He will cover the role for Neil Bull, who has been away from the business for an extended period.

Lyne’s previous role was at Newton Investments where he was the chief commercial officer, as well as holding various client and consultant relations roles covering defined contribution (DC) and defined benefit (DB) pension arrangements.

He has held senior roles at F&C Investments, HSBC, JPMorgan, and Fidelity.

Lyne said: “I am absolutely delighted to be joining TPR as Interim Executive Director of Market Oversight.

“This is a pivotal time of change and evolution across both DB and DC pension provision, and the role of a forward-looking, market-facing regulator has never been more important.

“I look forward to contributing to TPR’s vital work in shaping a resilient and effective pensions system.

“I hope my broad industry experience will complement the deep expertise within the existing TPR team, as we work together to support strong outcomes for savers and the long-term sustainability of institutional pension provision in the UK.”

SV Rangan has been appointed senior adviser.

Rangan has over 35 years’ experience in financial services across the UK and international markets, having held senior roles at MetLife, AIG and Citigroup and as a senior adviser at the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Rangan said: “I’m excited to join TPR at a significant moment for the pensions industry, as it looks to deliver stronger outcomes for savers and support long-term economic growth.

“With a background spanning financial services and regulation, I look forward to contributing to TPR’s work in strengthening the system’s resilience, fostering innovation, and helping shape a pensions landscape that is fit for the future.”

Lyne will start in his role on 14th April, 2025, while Rangan joined TPR this week.

Nausicaa Delfas said: “Facing a rapidly changing pensions market, we are bolstering our expertise in areas such as asset management, investment and a knowledge of the broader financial landscape.

“Julian and SV join our existing pool of talented senior leaders, helping to ensure we continue to protect, enhance and innovate in savers’ interests.”