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To access click on ‘Recite me’ at the top of this page. Our dedicated recruitment team are also available to provide any further support.\nWho are we?\nWe are a gas distribution business that services the gas infrastructure across Wales and the south-west of England. We serve our customers and communities with safe, reliable, and affordable energy services whilst investing to create a sustainable future to deliver our carbon-free vision for 2050.\nWhat we’re looking for:\nThe Data Governance Analyst will be responsible for supporting the implementation and maintenance of data governance frameworks, policies, and processes. 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