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General Manager, France
Paris, FR on-site full time director Mar 10, 2026
About this role
About Wheely
Wheely is redefining premium transportation across major cities in Europe, the US, and the Middle East. We blend cutting-edge technology with the craft of five-star chauffeuring to deliver an experience trusted by more than 100,000 active riders and 1,200 corporate accounts.
We’re a profitable, fast-growing scale-up with $43M raised and over $100M in annual revenue. Having recently launched in New York City, we’re expanding rapidly across the US and EMEA. If you take pride in your craft and want to help shape the next chapter of our growth, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
France is Wheely's fastest-growing market in Europe and we're just getting started. As General Manager, you'll run the full business across Paris and lead our expansion into the South of France and Monaco. You'll have four teams reporting to you and direct ownership of growth in a market with enormous untapped potential. You'll work directly with our CEO/Founder, board and executive team: close enough to move fast, with the backing to make decisions that matter. This is a 24/7 operation serving demanding customers. It requires intensity, commitment, and genuine passion for getting things right.
What you’ll own
P&L responsibility for France
The offline product: pricing, availability and fleet composition
Four local teams
Driver Operations
Quality & Training (our Chauffeur Academy)
Sales (Wheely for Business)
Marketing
Expansion strategy for the South of France and Monaco, including launch planning, local partnerships and market development
Drive business development, identifying and capitalising on new opportunities for growth and partnerships
Collaboration with central Product team on the passenger and chauffeur experience
Regulatory strategy: navigating France's VTC licensing and compliance landscape
External representation: press, partnerships and key stakeholder engagement
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in STEM or Economics from a leading university
Minimum 7–10 years of total experience, with 5+ years in investment banking, strategy consulting, or high-growth tech
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Strong analytical / problem-solving skills
Professional fluency in French and English
Based in Paris
What we offer
Office-based role in Paris (9th arrondissement), four days a week with flexible start and finish times, plus one remote day of your choice
Competitive salary
Employee stock options plan
Private medical insurance
Life and critical illness cover
Best-in-class equipment
Monthly credit towards Wheely journeys
Daily Lunch Allowance
Navigo and Veligo travel
Professional development stipend
Relocation support, including visa sponsorship and allowance
All of your personal information will be collected stored and processed in accordance with https://wheely.com/en/legal/uk/for-candidates/privacy
Offices: Paris, Paris, France (Paris);