About Us
Building Better Teams, On and Off the Court
Our Story
Transfers in Sport was founded by Tom, a talent acquisition leader with over a decade of experience working inside some of the world’s most recognised sports institutions, including the NBA, City Football Group, and the Rugby World Cup.
Through this experience, Tom saw the limits of traditional recruitment. Too often, hiring was rushed, reactive, or misaligned. He believed sports organisations deserved a better partner—one who truly understood their pace, culture, and ambitions.
Transfers in Sport was created to meet that need with a consultancy-led, people-first approach to hiring.
What Sets Us Apart
We don’t just recruit. We help you compete.
Every search begins with a conversation, where we take the time to understand your team, your values, and where you’re heading. From there, we build a talent strategy that doesn’t just tick boxes but finds people who can make a real difference.
Our global network and industry expertise allow us to surface talent that others often miss, including rising leaders, career changers, and underrepresented voices.
Diversity and inclusion are not bolt-ons; they are embedded in every step. We use a blend of research, insight, and instinct to help you build stronger, more future-ready teams.
Tom’s approach is driven by three core values: integrity, quality, and long-term thinking. He’s not interested in quick wins; he builds relationships that last, delivering talent solutions that strengthen organisations from the inside out.
"I created Transfers in Sport because I believe the industry deserves a recruitment partner who truly gets it. My goal is to build relationships that last, delivering talent solutions that strengthen organisations from the inside out."
Tom Martin, Founder of Transfers in Sport.
FAQs
What makes Transfers in Sport different from a traditional recruitment agency?
Unlike traditional agencies, we operate with an in-house mindset. Our founder's decade of experience working inside leading sports organisations means we understand the challenges and culture from your perspective. We act as a true partner, not just a service provider, prioritising long-term fit over quick placements.
How does your "in-house expertise" benefit my organisation?
Our in-house expertise allows us to understand your specific needs, challenges, and pace. We know how to navigate the internal dynamics of a sports business, from managing stakeholders to aligning talent with your strategic goals. This results in a more strategic, efficient, and successful hiring process.
Do you only work with C-suite and senior leadership?
No. While we specialise in leadership and strategic hiring, our services extend to key specialist roles and emerging leaders across the core pillars of the sports business. Our goal is to find the right person who will make an impact, regardless of their position.
Where does your talent network come from?
Our talent network has been built over a decade of working directly within the sports industry. It is a global network that includes both active job seekers and passive candidates, many of whom are not found on traditional job boards. Our proactive, influential approach allows us to find talent others often miss.
Is diversity and inclusion part of your process?
Yes. Diversity and inclusion are not just a separate service; they are embedded in every step of our search process. We believe a diverse team is a stronger team, and our sourcing strategy is designed to identify and present a wide range of qualified candidates to help you build more future-ready teams.