About Peerpoint Peerpoint by Allen & Overy is a global legal consulting platform for lawyers who are seeking a self-directed legal career via a non-traditional route. Consulting with Peerpoint means having the backing of Allen & Overy and, with it, access to the highest quality work, clients, resources and support. About the role We are working with one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies (US headquartered) to find an experienced and commercial employment lawyer to join their Australian team for a period of 6-months. Due to significant growth in Australia across production, brand development, channel development, theatrical movie distribution and home entertainment, our client is looking for an experienced employment lawyer to join the team and continue in this exciting growth journey. While this role covers all areas of employment law, there is a key focus on Fair Employment Practices (including investigations and workplace training), employment law, employment contracts, labour relations and immigration. This exciting role could be five or four days per week and can be worked remotely. Successful applicants will have: A right to work and reside in Australia Qualified to practice in Australia – unrestricted Experience as an employment lawyer in a top-tier practice Experience in the media and entertainment industry Experience in COVID-19-related employment law, highly desirable Strong technical knowledge and experience in a common law jurisdiction is preferred Have a willingness to engage with Peerpoint as a casual employee or via an Independent Legal Practice Self-starter with a commitment to building a career as a consultant and a drive to achieve at a high level whilst working as a consultant Adept at leading or working within complex multi-functional, multi-national project environments Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface at all levels, building strong relationships internally and externally Client service-focused, with exemplary client service ethic and commitment Strong commercial/business acumen Resilient, adaptable, autonomous and highly credible Advanced organisational skills and diplomacy Why be a Peerpoint consultant? A consulting career through Peerpoint is diverse, exciting and immensely rewarding. As a Peerpoint consultant you can have the opportunity to work: In-house with one of our clients - one assignment could be stepping into a team to support a project, while another a senior manager role tackling regulatory change. Assignments can range from two to twelve months in duration and are usually worked four days’ per week. In the Allen & Overy practice on an ad-hoc basis, supporting teams when needed or joining them for fixed periods to work on a deal. We only take you on when we see a demand for your particular expertise, making sure there is a good chance we can provide you with work on an on-going basis. We cannot guarantee work but we are every bit as invested in moving your career forward as you are. More information on how consulting works: https://www.peerpoint.com/join-our-panel/how-consulting-works Flexibility of consulting The benefits of legal consulting are wide ranging. You might want more control over your time, to be able to balance professional and personal ambitions such as family responsibilities, a business idea, studies or hobbies. Legal consulting gives you the flexibility to remain in the workforce without putting the rest of life on hold. You might want more choice and control over, or variety in, your work. Legal consulting enables informed decision-making about the future direction of your career, offering you the opportunity to work with different clients, sectors, and teams (including within Allen & Overy in some cases). It also offers flexibility and options, including the right to accept or decline potential placements or assignments. Supporting you and your career development When you join our panel, you’ll receive the full support of our dedicated legal consultant management team, but that’s not all. Throughout the period of your assignment, you’ll also have access to a huge suite of A&O resources, including: An A&O partner or senior lawyer contact A&O professional support lawyers and knowledge resources Bespoke Peerpoint support including: individualised coaching, exclusive events designed to meet your training and networking needs, a specialised consultant development programme on transition management, mindset and business planning and specialised CV/marketing document training Further training: Our consultants are invited to attend some of A&O’s legal training and also have access to A&O’s IT training courses Client newsletters and seminars Invitations to A&O networks, the A&O mentoring programme and pro bono opportunities As a Peerpoint legal consultant, you’re never on your own; instead, you’re part of a community of like-minded lawyers who have all chosen the self-directed route, who are keen to share their experiences and learn from one another. Please note that, due to the high volume of applications, it is our policy not to provide detailed personal feedback at the application stage.