Location: Southwark, London (Hybrid Working)Job Type: Temporary, full-time (6 month contract)The Greater London Authority are seeking a Principal Communications with expertise in translating complex policy, regulatory, or technical material into clear, compelling communications for diverse audiences. This temporary role is crucial for supporting high-priority communications needs by shaping policy intent into accessible narratives, messaging frameworks, and audience-appropriate content.Day-to-day of the role:Convert policy, guidance, or regulatory language into plain-language communications.Develop strong narratives, including framing, messaging hierarchy, and storytelling.Synthesize complex or sensitive information quickly and accurately for multiple formats such as briefings, web content, FAQs, talking points, and executive summaries.Collaborate closely with policy, legal, or subject-matter experts to ensure accuracy while enhancing readability.Work under tight timelines in a fast-moving environment, maintaining editorial judgment and attention to detail.Required Skills and Qualifications:Proven experience in converting policy, guidance, or regulatory language into plain-language communications.Strong narrative development skills and the ability to write for multiple formats.Editorial judgment and meticulous attention to detail.Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.Comfortable working under tight deadlines in dynamic settings.Ideal candidates will have a