| # | Company | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Ministère de l'Éducation nationaleeducation.gouv.fr
Oversees primary to higher education, universities, public research, youth affairs, and sometimes sports and community life in France. |
131,027 |
| 2 |
France Travailfrancetravail.fr
It is a major player in the French employment market, helping job seekers find work and supporting companies with recruitment needs. |
52,056 |
| 3 |
Ministère de la Défensedefense.gouv.fr
Ensures national territory protection, population safety, supports international defense agreements, and assists other ministries in public service missions. |
37,844 |
| 4 |
Groupe Caisse des Dépôtscaissedesdepots.fr
Long-term investor supporting business development while respecting patrimonial interests, contributing to economic modernization and financial code compliance. |
33,532 |
| 5 |
Ministère de l'Intérieurinterieur.gouv.fr
A professional entity offering a wide range of services, connecting individuals and businesses with valuable resources and opportunities for growth and development |
29,424 |
| 6 |
Assurance Maladieassurance-maladie.ameli.fr
Guarantees universal rights and healthcare access, supports health preservation, and enhances system efficiency through a national network of dedicated collaborators. Collective responsibility. |
28,726 |
| 7 |
Armée de Terrelinktr.ee
Recruits 16,000 soldiers in over 100 specialties, offering a unique professional experience through military service. |
23,418 |
| 8 |
Ministry of Economyeconomie.gouv.fr
Government department managing economic, financial, budgetary, and fiscal policies, supporting industry, services, innovation, and public administration. |
20,468 |
| 9 |
Ministère de la Justicejustice.gouv.fr
Manage justice system resources, prepare legal texts, oversee judicial populations, and define public justice policies including crime and victim support. |
20,268 |
| 10 |
Ville de Parislinktr.ee
The company is responsible for governing Paris, employing nearly 51,000 officials who handle administration and decision-making on city-related matters |
14,000 |
| 11 |
Fonction Publiquefonction-publique.gouv.fr
Provides information and resources on public sector jobs, recruitment, training, and public service events in the government sector. |
12,913 |
| 12 |
Ministère de la Santésante.gouv.fr
Government body responsible for public health policy, prevention strategies, and ensuring access to healthcare services for all citizens. |
9,766 |
| 13 |
L'Assurance retraitelassuranceretraite.fr
Management and administration of general social security retirement schemes, including pension calculations, payments, and social action services. |
8,230 |
| 14 |
Direction générale des Finances publiquesrejoindrelesfinancespubliques.economie.gouv.fr
It is a public administration focused on providing financial services to citizens, businesses, and local communities, offering diverse job opportunities. |
7,424 |
| 15 |
Ministère de l'Agriculture et de la Souveraineté alimentaireagriculture.gouv.fr
French government body promoting food security, agricultural education, and environmental sustainability. Oversees diverse jobs across food systems and natural resource management. |
6,343 |
| 16 |
CNFPT (Centre national de la fonction publique territoriale)cnfpt.fr
Provides general administration, advice, recruitment, and training for French territorial public service employees nationwide, excluding Paris and some overseas territories. |
6,329 |
| 17 |
Ministères Ecologie, Territoire, Transports, Ville et Logementecologie.gouv.fr
The company is responsible for preparing and implementing government policies in various areas including sustainable development, environment protection, climate change, and energy transition |
6,012 |
| 18 | 5,997 | |
| 19 |
Assemblée nationaleassemblee-nationale.fr
The institution at the heart of French democracy, employing diverse staff to assist lawmakers, oversee government actions, and manage parliamentary functions |
5,854 |
| 20 |
Sécurité socialelasecurecrute.fr
Provides universal social protection through family allowances, health insurance, retirement pensions, disability support, and social contribution collection in France. |
5,417 |
| 21 |
Ville de Toulousetoulouse.fr
This company represents the city of Toulouse in France, sharing job opportunities, internships, and apprenticeships offered by the city |
4,718 |
| 22 |
Gouvernementinfo.gouv.fr
This company provides real-time updates on government news, practical information, measures, economic player profiles, and results |
4,439 |
| 23 |
Caisse nationale des allocations familiales - Cnafcaf.fr
Provide family financial support, promote social equality, assist with rights access, and foster social inclusion across France. |
4,117 |
| 24 |
Ville de Marseillemarseille.fr
A dynamic local government in Marseille, France, working towards a more just, green, and democratic city through social, economic, environmental, and cultural development |
4,034 |
| 25 |
Département des Yvelinesyvelines.fr
Local government providing social support, education, mobility, and territorial development services to improve daily life for residents. |
4,000 |
| 26 |
Ministère du Travailtravail-emploi.gouv.fr
Government department responsible for labor policies, employment strategies, and professional training programs to support workforce development and social solidarity. |
3,904 |
| 27 |
CNAMtalent-soft.com
Administers national health insurance, develops services for insured, health professionals, employers, and regulates healthcare access and spending for fair care costs. |
3,739 |
| 28 |
Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur, de la Recherche et de l'Espaceenseignementsup-recherche.gouv.fr
Coordinates higher education, research strategy, student success, and innovation. Focuses on student well-being, digital learning, entrepreneurship, and teacher training programs. |
3,472 |
| 29 |
MSA - Mutualité Sociale Agricolerecrutement.msa.fr
Protects entire agricultural profession, providing social security, health, and family benefits, supporting rural areas with solidarity and responsibility. |
3,442 |
| 30 |
ONF (Office National des Forêts)onf.fr
Manages 11 million hectares of public forests. Ensures maintenance, development, and renewal. Balances wood production, environmental preservation, and public access. |
3,354 |
| 31 |
Métropole de Lyongrandlyon.com
Manages various public services including mobility, environment, urban planning, social aid, economic development, and cultural activities for 58 communes. |
3,295 |
| 32 |
Conseil départemental de la Seine-Saint-Denisseinesaintdenis.fr
The company works to create opportunities for local economic development, ensuring that residents benefit from job initiatives and new actions |
3,255 |
| 33 |
Département du Nordlenord.fr
Provides diverse public sector jobs focusing on local community proximity, professional development, and decentralized service delivery across territories. |
3,132 |
| 34 |
ACOSSlinkedin.com
A national organization supports employers and entrepreneurs by advising, informing, and streamlining services, ensuring social protection financing, and promoting responsibility, solidarity, and equity |
3,000 |
| 35 |
Région Ile de Franceiledefrance.fr
Leading economic region, fosters business growth, innovation, and technological breakthroughs. Supports companies with setup solutions and promotes digital design and innovation events. |
2,954 |
| 36 |
GRETA Occitaniemaforpro-occitanie.fr
The GRETA-CFA network in Occitanie offers professional training to individuals beyond initial education, focusing on success and serving the public |
2,953 |
| 37 | 2,900 | |
| 38 |
Direction générale des douanes et droits indirects (DGDDI)douane.gouv.fr
French administration managing land and maritime borders while regulating trade flows and supporting businesses to ensure economic sovereignty and national security. |
2,892 |
| 39 |
Bordeaux Métropolebordeaux-metropole.fr
Intercommunal organization managing Bordeaux city and surrounding suburbs, coordinating urban development, services, and regional cooperation. |
2,836 |
| 40 |
Ville de Lyonemploi-territorial.fr
The City of Lyon, located in the Rhône-Alpes region, offers a high quality of life and exceptional economic dynamism, providing public services to its residents |
2,820 |
| 41 |
Conseil Départemental du Val de Marnevaldemarne.fr
The company specializes in urban planning, cultural initiatives, sustainable development, education, gender equality, employment, and promoting participatory democracy and economic growth |
2,779 |
| 42 |
Business Francebusinessfrance.fr
Business France promotes French companies internationally, assists with exports, attracts foreign investments, and manages the VIE program, with a global presence in 70 countries |
2,736 |
| 43 |
Ville et Eurométropole de Strasbourgstrasbourg.eu
Administering a transfrontier territory, providing public services to over 500,000 inhabitants, and driving ecological, social, and economic transitions. |
2,729 |
| 44 |
Institut françaisinstitutfrancais.com
Promotes French culture, language, knowledge, and ideas internationally, supporting artistic exchanges and training French cultural network agents abroad. Strengthens dialogue with foreign cultures. |
2,637 |
| 45 |
Métropole Nice Côte d'Azurnicecotedazur.org
Coordination of 51 municipalities providing economic development, transport, waste management, urban planning, water services, and public infrastructure management. |
2,626 |
| 46 |
CHU de Clermont-Ferrandchu-clermontferrand.fr
A university hospital with over 8000 employees in Clermont-Ferrand, providing care, prevention, teaching, and research services across multiple sites |
2,531 |
| 47 |
Nantes Métropolelinktr.ee
This organization in Nantes and its metropolitan area aims to create a new development model, embracing solidarity, collaboration, creativity, and openness They provide updates on local news |
2,524 |
| 48 |
CHU Caen Normandiechu-caen.fr
Provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and obstetric care across 3 sites, offering specialized services, teaching, and research for the population. |
2,506 |
| 49 |
Cnavrejoindre.lassuranceretraite.fr
Management of public retirement system with digital services, supporting insured individuals through retirement preparation and ongoing retirement assistance. |
2,396 |
| 50 |
Métropole Aix-Marseille-Provenceampmetropole.fr
Coordination of economic, social, cultural development, urban planning, housing, environmental protection, and public services across 92 communes. |
2,385 |
| 51 |
Agence Régionale de Santé Ile-de-Francelinktr.ee
Implements regional health policy, covering prevention, care, and medico-social support, developed in consultation with professionals and users for efficiency and transparency. |
2,332 |
| 52 |
Préfecture de Policeprefecturedepolice.interieur.gouv.fr
Ensures safety of people and property in Paris and surrounding departments, combining police and civil security services under local authority. |
2,326 |
| 53 |
Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpesauvergnerhonealpes.fr
A regional government in Auvergne with 4 departments, 1310 communes, and a budget of over €600 million, focusing on education, transportation, and vocational training |
2,304 |
| 54 |
Cour des comptesccomptes.fr
Supreme audit institution assessing, auditing, evaluating, and certifying public fund usage to ensure efficiency and inform citizens. |
2,212 |
| 55 | 2,160 | |
| 56 |
Métropole Européenne de Lille (MEL)lillemetropole.fr
Manages public services for over a million residents across 95 municipalities, covering areas like urban planning, transportation, culture, and economic development. |
2,140 |
| 57 |
Région Nouvelle-Aquitainenouvelle-aquitaine.fr
Regional council with 183 members collaborates with economic, social, and environmental council to govern and manage Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. |
2,135 |
| 58 |
Conseil départemental de la Haute-Garonnehaute-garonne.fr
Management of middle school construction, social action, road infrastructure improvement, sports support, and cultural activities within the department. |
2,078 |
| 59 |
CCI Paris IdFcci-paris-idf.fr
Represents 840,000 businesses, fostering growth, training individuals, developing projects, and promoting the capital region across 8 departments. |
2,052 |
| 60 |
La Région Occitanie / Pyrénées-Méditerranéelaregion.fr
Provides information and resources for business projects and training, including news, events, testimonials, and detailed dossiers for success. |
2,027 |
| 61 |
Région Grand Estlinktr.ee
Dynamic, competitive, and innovative regional government in Grand Est, supporting priorities such as employment, digital technology, youth, territories, mobility, and Europe Follow on social media |
1,979 |
| 62 |
Département de la Girondegironde.fr
Local government managing education, social solidarity, integration, transportation, and elderly assistance to support community well-being and inclusion. |
1,834 |
| 63 |
Rennes Ville et Métropolerennes.fr
Fosters economic, urban development, attracting talent and students. Provides diverse public services through 5300 agents, focusing on quality of life and professional growth. |
1,828 |
| 64 |
VNF - Voies navigables de Francevnf.fr
Public entity managing and maintaining French waterways, ensuring their development and operational efficiency for transportation and environmental purposes. |
1,808 |
| 65 |
Région Hauts-de-Francehautsdefrance.fr
Manages public services including employment, education, transport, and sustainable development for six million inhabitants, attracting foreign investors and transforming its economy. |
1,785 |
| 66 |
Ville de Bordeauxbordeaux.fr
Provides municipal services, urban planning, cultural events, public administration, and community support for residents and businesses in Bordeaux. |
1,783 |
| 67 |
METEO FRANCEmeteofrance.com
A public administration focused on observing and forecasting weather patterns, ensuring the safety of life and property through various centers worldwide |
1,748 |
| 68 |
Conseil départemental de l'Allierallier.fr
Management of natural spaces, cultural heritage, tourism sites, and promotion of outdoor activities and leisure in the Allier region. |
1,727 |
| 69 |
Région Sud - Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azurmaregionsud.fr
Regional administration providing public services including transportation, education, climate action, job support, and cultural development while co-hosting the 2030 Winter Olympic Games. |
1,692 |
| 70 |
Ville de Lillelille.fr
The city focuses on cultural dynamism, popular events, ecological transition, and community well-being through local action and citizen engagement for a peaceful, inclusive city. |
1,678 |
| 71 |
Santé publique Francesantepubliquefrance.fr
Public Health Agency providing expertise in epidemiology, prevention, and public health interventions to protect population health through surveillance, prevention, and emergency preparedness |
1,673 |
| 72 |
Département des Hauts-de-Seinerecrutement.hauts-de-seine.fr
The company operates in the Hauts-de-Seine department, investing heavily in infrastructure and services to improve the economy and quality of life for residents |
1,590 |
| 73 |
ONaCVGonac-vg.fr
Established in 1916, this public institution supports veterans, war victims, and their families, providing recognition, assistance, and preserving collective memory |
1,541 |
| 74 |
Département de Seine et Marneseine-et-marne.fr
Provides diverse public services, including social action, territorial development, culture, youth, and education, to residents, focusing on quality and employee well-being. |
1,531 |
| 75 |
Région Bretagnebretagne.bzh
Elected assembly managing Brittany's daily life and future through education, transport, economic development, planning, culture, sports, and environment. |
1,529 |
| 76 |
Urssaf Caisse nationaleurssaf.org
Collects contributions from employers, self-employed, and employees to fund social benefits like healthcare, hospitals, and public transport, supporting economic and social development. |
1,470 |
| 77 |
Office français de la biodiversitéofb.gouv.fr
Public agency protecting French biodiversity through environmental policing, scientific expertise, public policy support, managing protected areas, and mobilizing citizens against nature erosion. |
1,469 |
| 78 |
Région Pays de la Loirepaysdelaloire.fr
Regional government managing economic growth, cultural events, education, transport, innovation, and community services across diverse urban and rural areas. |
1,457 |
| 79 |
DEPARTEMENT DE LA SEINE-MARITIMEseinemaritime.fr
Provides essential social services, manages departmental roads, supports local communities, and promotes education, culture, economic development, and tourism in the region. |
1,450 |
| 80 |
Département de Loire-Atlantiqueloire-atlantique.fr
Provides local government administration and public services for the Loire-Atlantique region, managing community needs and regional development. |
1,437 |
| 81 |
Présidence de la Républiqueelysee.fr
The company embodies the authority of the French State, with the President serving as head of state, commander of the military, and guardian of the Constitution |
1,400 |
| 82 | 1,363 | |
| 83 |
Direction générale du Trésortresor.economie.gouv.fr
Advises Minister, drafts economic forecasts, regulates finance, conducts international negotiations, supports exports, and manages state treasury and debt. |
1,340 |
| 84 |
Région Normandienormandie.fr
Public sector employer offering job opportunities within regional services and educational institutions across Normandy, regularly publishing available positions. |
1,323 |
| 85 |
Academie Nancy-Metzac-nancy-metz.fr
Regional public education authority managing schools, teachers, and educational policies in Nancy-Metz area, ensuring quality education delivery. |
1,318 |
| 86 |
Ministère des Sports, de la Jeunesse et de la Vie associativesports.gouv.fr
Preparation and implementation of government policies promoting youth, physical activities, sports, associative life, and public education coordination across ministries. |
1,295 |
| 87 |
IGN - French Mapping Agency (Institut Géographique National)ign.fr
The company operates as the state's geospatial and forestry information provider, developing reference data, products, and services for various public policy support |
1,268 |
| 88 |
Académie de Montpellierac-montpellier.fr
Administrative district overseeing national education in Languedoc-Roussillon region, managing five departments under a government-appointed Rector. |
1,257 |
| 89 |
Haute Autorité de Santéhas-sante.fr
Independent public authority ensuring equitable access to effective, safe, and efficient healthcare through evaluation and regulation of health products and practices. |
1,256 |
| 90 |
CCI Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azurpaca.cci.fr
Federates and animates a network of territorial CCIs supporting over 390,000 businesses, fostering economic development, transitions, and internationalization through partnerships and coordinated actions. |
1,236 |
| 91 |
Département de l'Héraultherault.fr
This organization is a local public administration in Occitanie, France, providing diverse services like social solidarity, territorial development, economy, environment, culture, and youth support to 1.2 million citizens. |
1,232 |
| 92 |
Département des alpes maritimesdepartement06.fr
Management of social services, infrastructure, education, culture, transport, local development, and additional optional domains like employment and environment. |
1,216 |
| 93 |
French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES)anses.fr
Assesses health risks across food, environment, work, and animal health to inform public authorities, conducting impartial expert appraisals through surveillance and research. |
1,207 |
| 94 | 1,189 | |
| 95 |
Département de l'Isèreisere.fr
Manages social welfare, infrastructure, and cultural sites for 1.3 million residents across 512 communes, investing in fiber optics and tourism. |
1,188 |
| 96 |
Département des Bouches-du-Rhônedepartement13.fr
The company operates as a local government authority in Bouches-du-Rhône, providing essential services, infrastructure development, and support to residents and communities |
1,181 |
| 97 |
ASNR - Autorité de sûreté nucléaire et de radioprotectionasnr.fr
Independent authority controlling civilian nuclear activities and radiation protection in France, including research, expertise, training, and public information. |
1,168 |
| 98 |
France's Minister of national education Cabinet
Business providing support and advice to the Minister of French national education, facilitating decision-making and policy implementation in the field |
1,167 |
| 99 |
Amiens Métropoleamiens.fr
Located in Amiens, our company thrives in a modern, innovative, and dynamic metropolis with a strong emphasis on quality of life |
1,154 |
| 100 |
Département du Gardgard.fr
A department located in southern France, The Gard is part of the Occitanie region |
1,148 |
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