ICON

ICON plc is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization (CRO) based in Dublin, Ireland. Founded in 1990, the company employs around 41,900 people across 106 locations in 55 countries. ICON specializes in clinical development and commercialization services for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors, as well as government and public health organizations. The company offers a wide range of services throughout the clinical development lifecycle, including clinical trial management, consulting on drug and device strategies, medical imaging, laboratory services, late-phase research, and regulatory consultancy. ICON has expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions, enhancing its expertise in healthcare intelligence and clinical trial services. With a commitment to quality and social responsibility, ICON aims to exceed regulatory standards and positively impact communities and the environment. In 2024, ICON reported revenues of approximately $8.28 billion, solidifying its position as a leading CRO in the industry.

Research Dublin, Ireland Founded 1990 ~14,039 employees NASDAQ: ICLR

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Employees
14,039
-0.3% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$590K
Revenue ~$8.3B
Stock
ICLR
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
11.9%
Tech: 10.4%
H1B filings, FY2026
4
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
775
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

ICON went from 13,542 employees in Jul 2023 to 14,039 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 545 people joined, 696 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other11,171
Engineering1,013
Operations808
Finance338
Sales253
HR206
Success149
Design42

Executive compensation

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Salaries at ICON

All salaries

48 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

Layoffs

Details

No layoffs reported in the last 12 months.

  • Jan 2025 · 114 roles · Austin, United States

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H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering12
Operations2
Sales2
Consulting2
IT1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 4 filings.

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ICON FAQ

How many employees does ICON have?

ICON has about 14,039 employees, down 0.3% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does ICON sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. ICON filed 4 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

Has ICON had layoffs in 2026?

No layoffs at ICON have been reported in 2026 so far. The most recent reported layoff affected 114 employees on Jan 9, 2025.

What is ICON's revenue per employee?

ICON makes about $590K in revenue per employee, based on $8.28B annual revenue and 14,039 employees.

How much does ICON pay?

6figr has 48 salary profiles for ICON in the US and 46 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the ICON salaries page. See ICON salaries in the US

Is ICON a public company?

Yes. ICON is publicly traded under the ticker ICLR on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.