Marketing and Communications Assistant

• Who We Are:

Util-Assist is a leading consulting and services partner to electric, water, and gas utilities across North America. We help utilities navigate digital transformation—empowering them with smart technology, data-driven solutions, and customer-first services. From outage communications to billing support and grid security, we’re reshaping how utilities serve their communities.

At Util-Assist, our people are our power. We foster a flexible, supportive workplace grounded in four core values: Deliver Excellence, Put People First, Do the Right Thing, and Be Humble. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, we offer rewarding, purpose-driven careers where you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact.

Learn more at www.util-assist.com.

️The Opportunity:

We are seeking a skilled Marketing and Communications Assistant to join our growing Marketing team! The Marketing and Communications Assistant will support our team in marketing efforts across branding, digital content, internal communications, and event coordination. This role is ideal for a dynamic individual with strong design skills, excellent writing ability, and strong organization skills. This role offers the opportunity to contribute across multiple areas of marketing while working in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

\uD83D\uDCCBWhat You’ll be Doing:

• Assist in the design, creation, and distribution of marketing materials, including social media content, sales presentations, newsletters, and marketing collateral.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and draft clear, engaging company-wide communications (e.g., announcements, updates, newsletters).
• Manage and maintain the company intranet as a central hub for internal communications, ensuring content is current, organized, and accessible.
• Train and support internal contributors on how to update and use the intranet effectively, including developing guidelines and best practices.
• Help manage internal communication channels to ensure consistency and alignment of messaging.
• Contribute ideas for improving internal communication effectiveness and employee engagement.
• Help organize and track industry events and campaigns.
• Develop graphics using tools like Canva or Adobe, applying AI tools for efficiency.
• Assist with basic content writing and editing for both internal and external audiences.
• Manage company swag and branded materials, including researching, selecting, procuring, and coordinating distribution of items for employees, events, and clients.
• Ensure brand consistency and tone across all internal and external communications.
• Provide administrative and organizational support to the marketing team as required (e.g., asset organization).

\uD83E\uDDE0What You Bring:

• 1 – 3 years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proficient in graphic design tools, including Canva and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experienced in social media platforms, especially LinkedIn.
• Excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills, especially MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of SharePoint
• Versed in a variety of AI tools (e.g., for graphic design)

\uD83C\uDF1FWho You Are:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.

\uD83D\uDC99 Why You’ll Love Working at Util-Assist

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a truly flexible work environment with hybrid work arrangements and adaptable hours.

Summer Hours Program: Flex your schedule to enjoy extra days off from June to August

Upfront Vacation & Birthday Day Off: Get your full vacation balance at the start of the year and celebrate your birthday your way with a paid day off

Award-Winning Culture: Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-focused team that’s proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work® four years running.

Comprehensive Wellness Support: Access a full Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources, Nutritional Health Coaching, a Health Care Spending Account, and recognition as one of the Best Places to Work for Mental Wellness in 2026

Career Growth: Thrive in a fast-growing company where your ambitions are supported and your development matters.

Innovative Environment: Work at the forefront of utility transformation, surrounded by forward-thinking teammates and impactful projects.

Competitive Compensation: Receive a pay package that recognizes your expertise and contributions.

Comprehensive Benefits: Access generous health and dental coverage with low premiums, and RRSP matching to support your long-term goals.

Parental Leave Top-Up: Growing your family? We provide enhanced support through our parental leave top-up program.

To work with us, successful candidates must complete a SIN and passport verification and pass a police vulnerability check.

We understand that great talent comes in many forms—even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply if you’re excited about the role and eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.

Util-Assist is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. To request accommodation, please contact us at recruitment@util-assist.com. All accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.

Please note that Util-Assist does not offer immigration-related support, such as visa sponsorship, work permit applications, or permanent residency assistance. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work in Canada or the U.S. Sponsorship decisions, if any, are made on a case-by-case basis based on business needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Util-Assist; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.