Iain Steel
About Iain Steel
Iain Steel is a Research Associate at the Overseas Development Institute, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in government advisory roles, particularly in natural resource management and tax policy in Africa and the Asia-Pacific region.
Current Role at ODI
Iain Steel has been serving as a Research Associate at the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) since 2017. In this role, he focuses on research related to international development, particularly in the context of natural resource management and economic policy. His work involves analyzing data and providing insights that assist in shaping effective policies for developing countries.
Previous Experience at HM Treasury
Iain Steel held several positions at HM Treasury in London, United Kingdom, from 2004 to 2014. He began as a Student Placement/Policy Analyst from 2004 to 2005, then progressed to Policy Adviser from 2006 to 2008. He served as Head of Budget Policy Coordination from 2008 to 2010 and as a Senior Policy Adviser from 2012 to 2014. His roles involved advising on budgetary policies and coordinating financial strategies.
Education and Expertise
Iain Steel studied at the University of Bath, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Economics from 2002 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in economic policy and natural resource management, particularly in advising governments on negotiating mining project contracts in Africa and the Asia-Pacific regions.
Consultancy and Advisory Work
Iain Steel founded Econias Limited, a consultancy dedicated to advising developing countries on natural resource management and tax policy. He has extensive experience in supporting African finance ministries in the development of tax policies, contributing to improved governance and economic stability in the region.