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List of public sector organisations in the Rhône department

Tamtam tracks 120 public sector organisations headquartered in the Rhône department. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Hospices Civils de Lyon - HCL, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 and Université Lumière Lyon 2. Their median headcount is 826. Half of them were founded in 1967 or later. The most common headquarters are Lyon (20), Villeurbanne (5) and Vaulx-en-Velin (2).

🇫🇷 Rhône30 companiesUpdated Nov 11, 2026

The public sector organizations in the Rhône department are primarily large institutions. They include hospitals, universities, and government administrations. For example, Hospices Civils de Lyon provides care and education, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 specializes in sciences and medicine, Métropole de Lyon manages various public services for 58 communes, and Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a regional government focusing on education and transportation.

A notable characteristic is the concentration of headquarters in Lyon, with only a few located in nearby Villeurbanne or Bron. Many of these organizations, such as Hospices Civils de Lyon (founded 1796) and Académie de Lyon (founded 1808), have long histories, indicating established public service infrastructure in the region.

#CompanyIndustryHeadquarters EmployeesFounded
1
Hospices Civils de Lyon - HCLchu-lyon.fr

Public university hospital provides care, education, research, medical innovation, prevention, and health education with over 22,000 professionals across 14 facilities.

Hospitals and Health Care 🇫🇷 Lyon 8,220 1796
2
Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1univ-lyon1.fr

Public university specializing in sciences, medicine, and pharmacy with significant research facilities and a strong regional academic presence.

Higher Education 🇫🇷 Villeurbanne 4,476 1971
3
Université Lumière Lyon 2univ-lyon2.fr

Large French public university offering diverse programs from bachelor to doctorate, focusing on research, international partnerships, and societal engagement.

Higher Education 🇫🇷 Lyon 3,390 1973
4
Métropole de Lyongrandlyon.com

Manages various public services including mobility, environment, urban planning, social aid, economic development, and cultural activities for 58 communes.

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Lyon 3,295 2015
5
Université Jean Moulin (Lyon III)univ-lyon3.fr

Public university offering multidisciplinary higher education and research in law, management, humanities, and social sciences with strong societal engagement.

Higher Education 🇫🇷 Lyon 2,461 1973
6
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

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Lyon 2,304 2016
7
Ceremacerema.fr

Public referent for territory development, assisting government, communities, and businesses in adapting areas to climate change across six activity domains.

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Lyon 2,160 2014
8
INSA Lyon - Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Lyoninsa-lyon.fr

International multidisciplinary engineering school focusing on high-quality education, research, and fostering global openness and social aspects in curriculum.

Higher Education 🇫🇷 Villeurbanne 1,831 1957
9
Académie de Lyonac-lyon.fr

Regional educational authority managing and coordinating all public schools across Ain, Loire, and Rhône departments in France.

Primary and Secondary Education 🇫🇷 Lyon 1,323 1808
10
École normale supérieure de Lyonens-lyon.fr

Higher education institution specializing in interdisciplinary research and training, fostering scientific excellence and social engagement in education and research.

Research Services 🇫🇷 Lyon 1,268 n/a
11
CNR (Compagnie Nationale du Rhône)tm.fr

French leading producer of 100% renewable electricity, managing the Rhône river for hydroelectricity, navigation, irrigation, and agricultural use, supporting local development and innovation

Electric Power Generation 🇫🇷 Lyon 1,256 1934
12
Le Vinatier - Psychiatrie Universitaire Lyon Métropolech-le-vinatier.fr

Specialized psychiatric hospital providing comprehensive mental health care, treatment, and support services for individuals with mental disorders.

Hospitals and Health Care 🇫🇷 Bron 1,246 1876
13
Département du Rhônerhone.fr

Regional government providing public services, promoting equality, supporting innovation, and enhancing quality of life for 440,000 residents.

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Lyon 956 n/a
14
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

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Lyon 847 1995
15
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.

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Lyon 826 1946

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16
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.

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Villeurbanne 719 n/a
17
Urssaf Rhône-Alpesurssaf.fr

Manage social protection funding, support businesses, ensure fairness among economic actors, handle user accounts across multiple sites and departments.

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Vénissieux 669 2014
18
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.

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Villeurbanne 616 1945
19
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

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Lyon 566 2010
20
IUT Lyon 1iut.univ-lyon1.fr

The company offers a variety of technical education programs, including Bachelors, Diplomas, Professional Licenses, and training courses for businesses

Higher Education 🇫🇷 Villeurbanne 555 1967
21
Ecole nationale des Travaux publics de l'Etatentpe.fr

Engineering and doctoral school specializing in sustainable urban development, offering bachelor, engineer, and doctoral programs along with complementary training in various fields

Higher Education 🇫🇷 Vaulx-en-Velin 522 1954
22
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer / World Health Organizationwho.int

Coordinate and conduct research on cancer causes, mechanisms, prevention strategies, epidemiology, laboratory studies, and disseminate scientific information globally.

Research Services 🇫🇷 Lyon 515 1965
23
Université de Lyonuniversite-lyon.fr

Coordination of academic institutions in Lyon Saint-Étienne, supporting strategies, managing common projects, and promoting the regional academic territory.

Research Services 🇫🇷 Lyon 487 2007
24
iaelyon School of Managementiae.univ-lyon3.fr

A regionally recognized school of management offering academic excellence and professional pragmatism, preparing future managers and entrepreneurs for complex corporate environments

Higher Education 🇫🇷 Lyon 479 1956
25
Lyon Métropole Habitatlmhabitat.fr

Development of social housing, creation of inclusive neighborhoods, resident support, local economy promotion, and professional integration policies.

Real Estate 🇫🇷 Lyon 454 2016
26
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.

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Lyon 445 n/a
27
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.

Government Administration 🇫🇷 Vaulx-en-Velin 426 1225
28
GrandLyon Habitatgrandlyonhabitat.fr

Management and construction of affordable, sustainable housing across Lyon metropolitan area, including social support and urban renovation initiatives.

Real Estate 🇫🇷 Lyon 412 1920
29
Hôpitaux Nord-Ouesthno.fr

Comprehensive healthcare services across five hospitals and ten care homes, providing consultations, hospitalizations, and continuous public health coverage.

Hospitals and Health Care 🇫🇷 Villefranche-sur-Saône 407 n/a
30
Opéra de Lyonopera-lyon.com

Creation, production, and dissemination of lyric, musical, and choreographic works with artistic excellence and broad public accessibility.

Entertainment Providers 🇫🇷 Lyon 365 n/a

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