Jim Smallman Scouting International Talent for WWE Across the UK and Europe

Jim Smallman isn’t wasting any time in his new role as WWE’s International Talent Scout. After stepping down from his position as Senior Writer/Producer for NXT to return home to the UK, Smallman hit the ground running, traveling across the independent wrestling scene in search of the next big WWE stars.

Taking to Instagram, Smallman gave fans a glimpse into his scouting journey so far, revealing that he’s already made several stops. “Really enjoying the first few trips of my new job as International Talent Scout for WWE,” he wrote. “So far, I’ve been to Liverpool, Wigan, Glenrothes, Glasgow, and Manchester. Next up, I’ll be in London before heading to Pisa.”

Smallman’s return to the UK was driven by his desire to be closer to family, something he made clear when he announced his departure from NXT’s creative team. “It’s impossible to be a good dad from 4000 miles away,” he previously explained. “It’s time to head home and make up for lost time.”

Despite leaving WWE’s creative department, Smallman made it clear that he wasn’t stepping away from the company entirely. Instead, his focus has shifted to scouting talent for WWE’s global expansion, a move that comes at a time when every WWE show is now streaming on Netflix in Europe.

His travels have taken him to some of the UK’s most respected independent promotions, and he made sure to show appreciation for those who welcomed him along the way. “Massive thanks to TNT Extreme Wrestling, Grand Pro Wrestling, Pro Wrestling Ready, FutureShock Wrestling, and Iron Girders Gym for making me feel so welcome,” he wrote. “It’s wonderful to watch independent wrestling and see talent who might make it to Raw, SmackDown, or NXT one day.”

With WWE always looking for the next breakout star, Smallman’s scouting trips are sure to be crucial in shaping the future of the company’s talent roster.