ICON reviews

3.5

64% would recommend to a friend

(5,299 total reviews)
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Barry Balfe

55% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

ICON has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 5,299 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The ICON employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

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4.0
Nov 13, 2025
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Pros

Working as a Medical Writer at ICON plc was a highly rewarding experience. I gained exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and global regulatory documentation. The collaborative, science-driven culture strengthened my writing and analytical skills. ICON’s focus on quality, compliance, and professional growth supported continuous learning. Overall, it was a fulfilling role contributing to impactful clinical research worldwide.

Cons

Working as a Medical Writer at ICON plc was rewarding but came with challenges. Being fully or partly remote sometimes made collaboration less seamless. Workloads could be heavy, especially during tight regulatory timelines. Coordinating across multiple time zones and mixed cultures required extra effort. Despite this, the experience strengthened my adaptability and global communication skills.

5.0
Nov 12, 2025
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Pros

I love working here it’s a great job!

Cons

The work can get a bit stressful.

4.0
Nov 12, 2025

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Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good onboarding and learning opportunity

Cons

lots of workload and time pressure

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