Great company for those seeking to apply highly specialized knowledge - Anonymous employee ICF Employee Review

5.0
Dec 13, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Highly trained and experienced subject matter experts in each discipline; friendly and collaborative workplace; strong emphasis on business ethics; good benefits; strong financial performance and outlook; good work-life balance

Cons

Bureaucratic processes; compensation below peers; brand awareness is uneven and varies by practice area; limited horizontal mobility due to high subject-matter specificity in each practice

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ICF Response
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Dear current employee, Thank you for the candid feedback, we truly appreciate it. We agree with you that we need to continue to enhance on our brand recognition and believe the recent brand relaunch is making a positive impact. On the mobility front, you are again correct. Due to the high demands for subject-matter expertise, it is more challenging to move employees across the firm. Please continue to work with your leader on opportunities that are appropriate and rewarding for you.

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