Great Culture and Opportunities, but Pay and Review Process Could Improve - Communications Lead ICF Employee Review

4.0
May 30, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

- ICF Next has a wealth of resources that enable employees to excel in their roles. The company invests in tools and training to ensure we can deliver high-quality work. - The workplace culture is supportive and collaborative. Colleagues are talented, dedicated, and always willing to help. - The flexibility to work remotely is a significant perk. - Working with a balanced mix of federal and commercial clients provides valuable experience and keeps the work interesting and dynamic. - The company prides itself on the quality of its deliverables, which makes it a reputable player in the industry.

Cons

- The benefits are standard but not particularly competitive compared to other companies in the industry. - Compensation is on the lower side when compared to similar roles at competing firms. - The performance review process heavily emphasizes selling services to clients, which can overshadow the importance of the actual work produced. This can be frustrating if you prefer to focus on core job responsibilities.

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ICF Response
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Thank you for such a great review and your thoughtful recommendations! People are at the center of our culture and everything we do. We strive to have the right balance of internal programs and leadership commitment to ensure everyone has what they need to belong, grow, and thrive. As an organization, we value passion, so we encourage you to speak up. Employee input, including feedback about our benefits and other internal programs, shapes our strategies and helps move us all forward. Impact conversation is an excellent opportunity to discuss real-time challenges and opportunities with your manager. - KZ

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