做教培、考公、开餐馆…券商人掀起跨行转型潮

Core Viewpoint - The transition of analysts from securities firms to the education and training sector, exemplified by Zhou Hanyang from Zhongtai Securities, has sparked significant industry discussion, highlighting the pressures faced by the financial sector and the search for new career paths [1][4][5]. Group 1: Transition Trends - Zhou Hanyang's shift to education and training is not an isolated case; other analysts have also moved to similar roles, such as study abroad training [2][5]. - The education sector is one of several new career paths for former securities analysts, alongside public service exams, insurance sales, restaurant ownership, and joining third-party distribution agencies [3][7]. - The trend of transitioning to education and training reflects broader pressures within the securities industry, where many professionals are leaving due to declining salaries and job security [5][10]. Group 2: Salary and Job Pressure - The financial industry is experiencing significant salary reductions, with average compensation for securities professionals dropping from 651,400 yuan in 2021 to 535,500 yuan in 2024, a decrease of 116,900 yuan [11]. - The absence of year-end bonuses and quarterly bonuses has exacerbated financial pressures, leading to increased turnover rates, which rose from 4%-5% to around 10% in some firms [10][11]. - Analysts are facing heightened performance pressures, with some experiencing drastic salary cuts, leading to a reevaluation of career paths [10][12]. Group 3: New Career Directions - Public service exams have emerged as a popular alternative for former securities professionals, with over 20 individuals from various firms appearing on recent recruitment lists [6]. - Academia is also seen as a desirable transition, although it requires higher educational qualifications, making it less accessible for many [6]. - Entrepreneurship, such as opening restaurants, has become a viable option for some former analysts, reflecting a diversification of career choices in response to industry challenges [7][8].