The Government Administration sector in the Rhône department is primarily composed of large public service entities. These organizations manage a wide range of essential services, from regional governance to social welfare and judicial functions. The Métropole de Lyon oversees public services for 58 communes, while the Ville de Lyon provides services to its residents. The Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes focuses on education and transportation, and Cerema assists in territory development.
A notable pattern among these entities is the concentration of headquarters in Lyon, indicating its central role as an administrative hub. Companies like Carsat Rhône Alpes, founded in 1946, and CPAM du Rhône, established in 1945, highlight a strong historical presence in social security and health administration. The more recent founding dates of Métropole de Lyon (2015) and Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (2016) reflect ongoing restructuring in regional governance.
| # | Company | Employees | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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 | |||
| 2 |
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 | |||
| 3 |
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 | |||
| 4 | 2,160 | ||||
| 5 |
Département du Rhônerhone.fr
Regional government providing public services, promoting equality, supporting innovation, and enhancing quality of life for 440,000 residents. |
956 | |||
| 6 |
Tribunal judiciaire de Lyoncours-appel.justice.fr
The Lyon Judicial Court is the primary court for legal matters in the Lyon judicial district, under the Lyon Court of Appeals |
847 | |||
| 7 |
Carsat Rhône Alpescarsat-ra.fr
Management of retirement benefits, promotion of healthy aging, support for vulnerable insured individuals, and workplace health and safety risk prevention. |
826 | |||
| 8 |
Protection judiciaire de la jeunesse – Auvergne-Rhône Alpesjustice.gouv.fr
Educates and protects minors under judicial decisions, ensuring social, academic, and professional integration, and fighting recidivism within the justice ministry. |
800 | |||
| 9 |
Ville de Villeurbannevilleurbanne.fr
Second largest city in Rhône with 162,000 residents, notable for its diverse population contributing to the city's unique character. |
719 | |||
| 10 |
Urssaf Rhône-Alpesurssaf.fr
Manage social protection funding, support businesses, ensure fairness among economic actors, handle user accounts across multiple sites and departments. |
669 | |||
| 11 |
CPAM du Rhônelasecurecrute.fr
Supports social security beneficiaries, health professionals, and businesses with health access, rights, and professional practice; transforming work methods for employee engagement and public service. |
616 | |||
| 12 |
Agence régionale de santé (ARS) Auvergne-Rhône-Alpessante.fr
The regional health agency is a key partner for healthcare professionals, government services, local authorities, and social organizations, managing and implementing health policies |
566 | |||
| 13 |
Chambre de Métiers et de l'Artisanat Auvergne-Rhône-Alpescma-auvergnerhonealpes.fr
Support craft businesses and apprenticeships across Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes through local offices, elected representatives, and expert staff. |
445 | |||
| 14 |
Ville de Vaulx-en-Velinvaulx-en-velin.net
Urban development, demographic growth, economic expansion, managing natural sites, and serving as a major municipality within Lyon metropolitan area. |
426 | |||
| 15 |
CCI Lyon Métropole Saint-Etienne Roannelyon-metropole.cci.fr
Supporting businesses, shop owners, and entrepreneurs in Lyon, Rhône, and Loire regions to enhance competitiveness and manage key infrastructure for regional attractiveness |
290 | |||
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| 16 |
Crous de Lyoncrous-lyon.fr
Stay updated on the latest news and events at Crous de Lyon, a student services organization in Lyon, France |
275 | |||
| 17 |
Préfecture du Rhônerhone.gouv.fr
Representation of government authority in the department, implementing policies across agriculture, environment, economy, justice, health, security, and social cohesion. |
258 | |||
| 18 |
SYTRALsytral-mobilites.fr
The company aims to provide the best transport network for residents through the development of public transportation services and infrastructure in Lyon |
253 | |||
| 19 |
Ville de Vénissieuxvenissieux.fr
Located in Vénissieux, a city in the southeast of Lyon, the company operates within a dynamic economic environment with a rich industrial history |
244 | |||
| 20 |
Ville de Caluire et Cuireville-caluire.fr
The company is a municipality in the Lyon urban area focused on preserving its history, identity, natural landscapes, and promoting local commerce and entrepreneurship |
230 | |||
| 21 |
Ville de Meyzieumeyzieu.fr
A dynamic and eco-responsible city focused on ecological transition and sustainable development, offering a pleasant lifestyle, leisure activities, and economic opportunities |
170 | |||
| 22 |
cdg69 - Centre de gestion de la fonction publique territoriale du Rhône et de la Métropole de Lyoncdg69.fr
A key partner for public entities in HR management, providing quality services to 421 territorial employers in Rhône through a team of 136 experts |
163 | |||
| 23 |
INTEFPintefp.travail-emploi.gouv.fr
A public institution providing initial and continuous training for labor inspectors and other officials in the field of labor, employment, and social dialogue |
159 | |||
| 24 |
Ville de Bronville-bron.fr
Suburban city near Lyon with green spaces, cultural events, sports, business parks, and proximity to major transport infrastructure. |
156 | |||
| 25 |
Ville de Rillieux-la-Paperillieuxlapape.fr
Municipal administration managing urban growth, social diversity, economic development, agricultural preservation, and ecological heritage within a historically evolving community. |
153 | |||
| 26 |
Préfecture Auvergne-Rhône-Alpesprefectures-regions.gouv.fr
Coordinates government policies across various sectors like agriculture, environment, housing, economy, and security within the region, representing the Prime Minister and ministers. |
140 | |||
| 27 |
Ville de Décines-Charpieudecines-charpieu.fr
Located near Lyon, the company operates in a dynamic urban environment with access to nature It is active in the development of the East Lyon area, with a focus on cultural and natural heritage, supported by local businesses and organizations |
138 | |||
| 28 |
CCI de région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpesauvergne-rhone-alpes.cci.fr
A network of public economic entities supporting businesses in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region with expertise, services, and advocacy for economic development and territorial planning |
134 | |||
| 29 |
Communauté d'agglomération de l'Ouest Rhodanienouestrhodanien.fr
The Community of the Ouest Rhodanien Agglomeration manages a territory in the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes Region, focusing on economic development, environmental protection, and sustainable policies |
101 | |||
| 30 |
Communauté d'Agglomération Villefranche Beaujolais Saôneagglo-villefranche.fr
Regional community managing 18 communes, supporting 73,000 residents with initiatives focused on living quality, innovation, and community well-being. |
96 | |||
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