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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 that services external commercial, state & local government, and regulated clients in the areas of energy, environment, infrastructure, and engineering. The selected candidate will provide practical, business‑oriented legal advice on complex client engagements, intellectual property and technology matters, and risk management—partnering closely with business leaders to enable growth while protecting the company.
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 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
Review, draft, and negotiate client‑related engagements, contracts, subcontracts, teaming arrangements, non‑disclosure agreements, and other business arrangements, supporting ICF’s commercial and 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; support audits, investigations, and policy development.
International Operations: Advise the company and business on risks and mitigation associated with cross‑border work.
M&A: Support merger and acquisition transactions with outside counsel and integration activities.
What We’re Looking For
A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction where the applicant will work.
Four or more years of relevant experience (in‑house counsel experience preferred).
Subject‑matter expertise in at least one substantive area of the role’s major duties and responsibilities.
Demonstrated strength in substantive legal and issue analysis, and clear written/o ral communication tailored to diverse audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in state and local government procurement/contracting.
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/o ral communications tailored to diverse audiences.
Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider that combines expertise with cutting‑edge technology to help clients solve complex challenges. We build a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are an equal‑opportunity employer. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable accommodations are available, including for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation, email candidateaccommodation@icf.com.
Candidate AI Usage Policy AI tools are not permitted during interviews. If an accommodation involving AI is required, candidates should contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com.
Pay Range $130,037.00 – $221,063.00 (Reston, VA)
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Business Consulting and Services
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Corporate Counsel
role at
ICF .
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 that services external commercial, state & local government, and regulated clients in the areas of energy, environment, infrastructure, and engineering. The selected candidate will provide practical, business‑oriented legal advice on complex client engagements, intellectual property and technology matters, and risk management—partnering closely with business leaders to enable growth while protecting the company.
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 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
Review, draft, and negotiate client‑related engagements, contracts, subcontracts, teaming arrangements, non‑disclosure agreements, and other business arrangements, supporting ICF’s commercial and 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; support audits, investigations, and policy development.
International Operations: Advise the company and business on risks and mitigation associated with cross‑border work.
M&A: Support merger and acquisition transactions with outside counsel and integration activities.
What We’re Looking For
A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction where the applicant will work.
Four or more years of relevant experience (in‑house counsel experience preferred).
Subject‑matter expertise in at least one substantive area of the role’s major duties and responsibilities.
Demonstrated strength in substantive legal and issue analysis, and clear written/o ral communication tailored to diverse audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in state and local government procurement/contracting.
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/o ral communications tailored to diverse audiences.
Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider that combines expertise with cutting‑edge technology to help clients solve complex challenges. We build a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are an equal‑opportunity employer. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable accommodations are available, including for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation, email candidateaccommodation@icf.com.
Candidate AI Usage Policy AI tools are not permitted during interviews. If an accommodation involving AI is required, candidates should contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com.
Pay Range $130,037.00 – $221,063.00 (Reston, VA)
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Business Consulting and Services
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