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Description

This position is located within the larger DC Metro area and will require a hybrid work schedule from ICF Headquarters in Reston, Virginia. Remote can be considered.

About The Role

ICF’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) is hiring a Corporate Counsel to support ICF’s business group focused on servicing external commercial, state & local government, and regulated clients in the areas of energy, environment, infrastructure, and engineering. The selected candidate will work directly with corporate and operational business partners to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice in connection with the company’s complex client engagements, intellectual property and technology matters, and risk management—partnering closely with business leaders to enable growth while protecting the company through risk mitigation.

You will work in ICF’s Office of General Counsel with an elite team of collaborative, supportive, and innovative attorneys while having the satisfaction that your legal advice supports ICF’s fulfilling work to create a more prosperous and resilient world.

Major Duties And Responsibilities - Legal Operations

The successful candidate will be responsible for, among other things:

Business And Corporate Legal Strategy & Risk Mitigation

• Work directly with corporate and business partners to advise and develop pragmatic legal and business solutions for the company’s programs, service offerings, and procurements relating to the company’s external commercial, energy company, and state & local government clients.
• Advise on consulting, technology, energy/climate, or data/analytics offerings.
• Advise on government-funded or grant‑funded program requirements and provide creative solutions to address the impact on contract terms and program delivery.
• Build strong relationships with business leaders; translate legal considerations into actionable guidance and clear decision paths.
• Counsel internal teams on bid/solution shaping, procurement, and compliance requirements for state and local engagements and commercial clients in regulated industries; coordinate with colleagues supporting public sector work when issues intersect.
• Support dispute resolution strategy (issue spotting, rights preservation, pre‑litigation positioning) and lead or partner with internal or external litigation counsel as appropriate.
  
  

Commercial, State & Local Procurement Support: The successful candidate will advise business and contracting teams on legal matters associated with

• Review, drafting, and negotiation of client-related engagements, contracts, subcontracts, teaming arrangements, non-disclosure agreements, and well as other business arrangements, in support of ICF’s commercial clients state and local government clients with a focus on balanced risk and operational feasibility.
• Public procurement support
• Maintain relationships with Contracts teams to improve contract templates, internal policies and procedures
• Contribute to templates, standards, and enablement materials that scale legal support across the enterprise.
  
  

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

• IP and Technology: Advise on IP and technology topics (trade secrets, trademarks/brand protection, software licensing and open-source compliance), including playbooks and training for stakeholders.
• Employment and Corporate Departmental Legal Support: Provide high-level employment law advice to ICF’s internal Talent Human Resources team, in coordination with outside employment counsel, as appropriate. Advise Talent Acquisition, Finance, Safety & Health, and other corporate teams
• Regulatory, Compliance & Privacy: Partner with other members of the legal team to support assigned business group compliance with regulatory requirements, privacy laws (PHI/PI), and data security; and support compliance efforts impacting the including audits, investigations, and policy development.
• International Operations: Advise company and business on risks and mitigation associated with cross-border work.
• M&A: Supporting merger and acquisition transactions, with outside counsel, and integration activities.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; and admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction in the jurisdiction where the successful applicant will work.
• 4+ years of relevant experience (in‑house counsel experience preferred).
• Subject matter expertise in at least one of the substantive areas of the role’s major duties and responsibilities
• Demonstrated strength in substantive legal and issue analysis, and clear written/oral communication tailored to diverse audiences.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in state and local government procurement/contracting a plus
• Proven ability to manage multiple, fast‑moving matters and exercise sound judgment under time pressure.
• Business-oriented, solutioning, collaborative mindset with high integrity and client‑service orientation. Willingness to work hybrid from Reston VA office with occasional travel for team meetings or client sessions.
• Proven ability to produce professional written/oral communications tailored to diverse audiences.
  
  

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. 

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. 

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$130,037.00 - $221,063.00

Reston, VA (VA30)