A mix of pros and cons, just a matter if you can handle it - Manager ICF Employee Review

3.0
Jan 31, 2020
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Pros

Flexible hours for the most part; Intelligent employees who often give more than 100%; For the most part, clear expectation and goals for project success.

Cons

Need to always have a high utilization rate, billed to a client, so less time for training. If no contract to work on, likely to get laid off quickly. Also hard for managers to terminate people so need to deal with non-performers longer than necessary. Need to document everything. Writing process for business development proposals are inefficient and brutal. Work life balance is out the window at that time. Health care options are mediocre.

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5.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

Awesome training and good benefits.

Cons

I cant think of any.

4.0
Jun 30, 2026
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Pros

Wonderful people Meaningful work Flexibility with schedule and remote work

Cons

Sub-par benefits and pay, particularly compared to other consulting roles High utilization targets for junior staff

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