Leinster have brought in World Cup-winning coach Sir Graham Henry in a consultancy role on a short-term deal.
Henry, who led the All Blacks to their 2011 triumph, will bring a wealth of experience to the role and will work with Leinster's head coach Leo Cullen and his coaching staff.
"This isn't by any means a first for Leinster Rugby and I felt it was important for myself and the wider coaching and playing staff in Leinster to look at different ways of challenging ourselves," Cullen said. "To that end I am delighted that Graham has decided to work with us and I would like to publicly thank the Professional Games Board in Leinster for their support with this decision.
"Everyone in the organisation will benefit from his expertise and undoubtedly the coaches and the players will benefit from having a coach of his stature in and amongst us as we build towards the new season."
Henry, who also coached the British & Irish Lions in 2001, added: "It's a privilege to be asked to assist Leo and his team at Leinster, a club with such a rich and proud history."