In 2025, the business landscape is undergoing a structural transformation. Technological breakthroughs, AI commercialization, growing cross-border compliance complexity, and the shift of ESG from concept to execution are reshaping the value of talent. Rapid growth in frontier industries is driving salary premiums for specialized talent, while automation is putting pressure on foundational roles and accelerating cross-industry mobility.

• • Human Resources：Stable trends with modest growth for traditional roles and higher compensation in fintech and Web3.0 sectors.
• • Financial Service：Dual trends with premium compensation for tech-focused roles and a shift back to stable institutional platforms.
• • Fintech：Strong demand for professionals with expertise in AI, blockchain, and big data.
• • Consumer Goods/Retail：Intense competition for talent skilled in digital marketing, supply chain management, and customer insights.
• • Digital：Continued salary growth for top technical talent supported by flexible pay models and long-term incentives.
• • Property：Normalized salary trends, with core talent remaining competitively compensated.
• • Industrial/Manufacturing：Shifting compensation towards cross-border operations, smart R&D, and localization.
• • Renewable Energy：Strong momentum with high demand and premium salaries for AI-driven R&D, low-altitude economy roles, and ESG compliance.
• • Education：High demand for hybrid educators with cross-cultural backgrounds, industry experience, and AI teaching skills, prompting restructuring of pay systems.
• • Accounting & Finance：Rising demand for data analysis, planning, and AI skills driven by digital transformation and global uncertainty.
• • Legal & Compliance：Salaries increasingly differentiated based on industry, seniority, and technical expertise.

Our comprehensive Salary Guide is your compass to Mainland China's evolving talent landscape. Unlock sector-specific salary insights, emerging trends, and market opportunities to stay competitive in 2025 and beyond.