United Kingdom · Realestate Facilities Management · Director/VP (16-20 years)

Director of Physical Security

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Experience bandDirector/VP (16-20 years)
Reports toChief Operating Officer (COO) or Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
UK framework levelUsually a director, accountable for a division and its numbers

Also advertised as VP, Global Security (Real Estate) · Head of Security Operations (Real Estate) · Chief Physical Security Officer (Large Portfolio)

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1What this role really is

This role is about setting the overarching vision and strategy for physical security across our entire real estate portfolio. You'll be the ultimate authority on how we protect our people, properties, and assets, making sure our security programmes are robust, forward-thinking, and integrated with our wider business goals. It's a big job, with significant responsibility.

2What you'd actually use

The tools this job runs on, and how well you'd need to know each one.

Genetec Security Center (Unified Security Platform)Strategic

Leading the design of enterprise-wide security architecture, managing vendor relationships, overseeing integration with other business systems (e.g., HRIS for access provisioning), and ensuring the platform meets long-term strategic objectives across the portfolio.

Milestone XProtect Corporate (Video Management System)Strategic

Developing enterprise VMS standards, evaluating and integrating advanced AI video analytics platforms, and managing the significant storage, network bandwidth, and data privacy implications for a large-scale camera deployment.

ServiceNow GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance)Strategic

Designing and implementing security governance frameworks, integrating physical security risk data into the enterprise GRC platform, and developing executive dashboards for risk reporting and compliance oversight.

Everbridge Critical Event Management (CEM)Strategic

Architecting the enterprise mass notification strategy, integrating with threat intelligence feeds and BMS for automated alerts, and ensuring the system supports rapid, multi-channel communication during major crises across all properties.

Johnson Controls Metasys (Building Management System)Strategic

Collaborating with Facilities leadership to architect deep integrations between BMS and physical security platforms (PSIM), understanding how building systems impact security, and using BMS data for strategic security insights.

Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)Expert

Developing complex financial models for budget planning, crafting compelling board presentations, writing detailed policy documents, and leading virtual strategic meetings with global teams.

3What you get to decide, and how that grows

Power in a job isn't your title. It's what you're allowed to decide. Here's how it grows as you move up.

The choice	Coming in	Where you are now	The step above
Strategic Security Investments (e.g., new enterprise VMS)	Escalate to supervisor for input.	Propose options to manager with cost/benefit analysis.	Recommend preferred solution to Director, with detailed business case.
Enterprise Incident Response Protocols	Follow established protocols, escalate deviations.	Suggest minor improvements to existing protocols.	Design and implement updates to specific incident response procedures within a building.
Organisational Design for Security Function	No involvement.	No involvement.	Provide input on team structure for a specific building/workstream.

4How you'll be judged

The scoreboard, honestly: the hard targets, how often each one is actually looked at, and the quiet human signals that never make it onto a dashboard.

Security Programme Budget Adherence

Managing the overall physical security budget for the entire portfolio against approved forecasts.

Target · Within ±2% variance of approved annual budget (typically £2M-£10M+)

If the annual budget is £5M, you'll aim to spend between £4.9M and £5.1M, demonstrating tight financial control.

Enterprise Physical Risk Score Reduction

Improving the overall risk rating across the property portfolio through strategic mitigation programmes.

Target · 10% year-over-year reduction in average enterprise physical risk score (as defined by our TVRA methodology)

Moving the portfolio's average risk score from a 'High' 7.0 to a 'Medium' 6.3 within 12 months by implementing new tech and processes.

Major Incident Frequency & Impact

Reducing the number of significant security incidents (e.g., major theft, prolonged operational disruption, serious assault) and their associated costs.

Target · Zero major security incidents resulting in £100,000+ loss or 24+ hours of operational downtime per annum

Successfully preventing any incidents that lead to significant financial penalties, extended property closures, or board-level investigations.

Regulatory & Compliance Audit Pass Rate

Ensuring all properties and security operations meet or exceed local and national regulatory requirements and internal compliance standards.

Target · 100% pass rate on all external regulatory audits and internal compliance reviews, with zero critical findings

Successfully navigating a rigorous GDPR audit for CCTV data retention without any non-compliance penalties.

Security Technology Programme Delivery

Delivering large-scale security technology upgrades or new system implementations on time and within budget.

Target · 90% of strategic security technology programmes delivered on schedule and within 5% of allocated budget

Completing the enterprise-wide VMS upgrade across 50 properties by Q4, staying within the £2.5M budget.

Board & Executive Confidence

Being seen as the trusted advisor for all physical security matters, with strategic insights informing top-level decisions.

Regular invitations to Board meetings for security updates
C-Suite proactively seeking your input on new property acquisitions or major business changes
positive feedback from executive stakeholders on strategic presentations.

Organisational Security Culture

Successfully embedding a strong, proactive security culture across the entire organisation, from top to bottom.

High employee engagement with security training and awareness programmes
active participation from Facilities and Property Management in security initiatives
positive feedback in internal surveys regarding perceptions of safety and security.

Strategic Vendor & Partner Relationships

Building and maintaining strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key security vendors, law enforcement, and industry bodies.

Favourable contract terms with major security providers
regular collaborative meetings with local law enforcement
active participation and leadership roles in industry security forums
positive feedback from external partners.

Team Leadership & Development

Developing a high-performing, engaged, and strategically capable physical security team.

Low attrition rates within the security leadership team
clear succession plans for key roles
positive feedback from direct reports (Regional Security Managers) in 360-degree reviews
demonstrable career progression paths for team members.

5Would you like it

The honest version. What people enjoy, and what grinds them down.

What people enjoy

Protecting the Enterprise

You get a genuine sense of purpose from knowing your work directly contributes to the safety of thousands of employees and the security of valuable assets. This shows up in your meticulous planning, your dedication to incident response, and your constant drive to identify and mitigate risks.

Successfully implementing a new access control system that demonstrably reduces unauthorised entries across the portfolio, knowing you've made a tangible difference to safety.

Strategic Impact & Leadership

You thrive on shaping the direction of a critical function and seeing your vision come to life across a large organisation. You enjoy leading and developing a high-performing team of security professionals, empowering them to deliver on your strategic objectives.

Presenting a multi-year security roadmap to the Board and receiving their full endorsement, then seeing your Regional Managers execute key parts of that plan.

Solving Complex, High-Stakes Problems

You're energised by tackling ambiguous, enterprise-level security challenges that have no easy answers. This could be designing security for a new, high-risk property or integrating disparate security systems across a global footprint.

Architecting a unified incident command system that seamlessly integrates multiple agencies and internal teams during a large-scale emergency, ensuring a coordinated and effective response.

What frustrates people

Fighting the 'cost centre' label: Constantly having to justify your budget for preventative measures to stakeholders who only appreciate security's value after a major negative incident.
The convenience vs. security battle: Employees and tenants constantly undermining security protocols for perceived convenience, forcing you to find creative ways to enforce policy without alienating key stakeholders.
The 'after-the-fact' expert: Being second-guessed by executives on your response to an incident days later, with the benefit of hindsight you didn't have in the moment.
Navigating complex global regulations: Keeping up with the ever-changing landscape of security and privacy laws across multiple jurisdictions is a constant headache.
Integrating legacy systems: Inheriting a patchwork of old security technologies across an acquired portfolio and trying to bring them into a unified, modern architecture.

What this role does not give you

A purely operational, hands-on security role – you'll be leading, not doing the day-to-day patrols or investigations yourself.
A 'set it and forget it' environment – the threat landscape is constantly evolving, requiring continuous adaptation and innovation.
A role without significant financial and reputational accountability – the stakes are very high here.

6Who you work with

This role directly shapes the enterprise's physical security posture, significantly influencing operational resilience, risk management, and overall business continuity. Your decisions protect critical assets, reduce liability, and safeguard the company's reputation and financial performance across the entire real estate portfolio. You're essentially the guardian of our physical world.

Inside the business

C-Suite (CEO, COO, CFO)
Board of Directors
Legal & Compliance Teams
HR Leadership
Facilities & Property Management Leadership
IT Security Leadership

Outside the business

Law Enforcement & Emergency Services
Regulatory Bodies (e.g., HSE, GDPR)
Major Security Technology Vendors
Security Consulting Firms
Insurance Providers
Key Tenants & Clients

7What you need before you start

Not a wish list. The things you would be expected to already have.

A proven track record of 16-20 years in physical security, with at least 5-7 years in a senior leadership role managing multi-site or enterprise-level security operations.
Demonstrable experience managing multi-million-pound security budgets and leading large, distributed teams (including managers).
Extensive experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide physical security strategies, policies, and technology roadmaps.
A deep understanding of real estate operations, property management, and the unique security challenges of commercial and residential portfolios.
Demonstrable experience presenting to and influencing C-Suite executives and Board members on critical security matters.
Experience leading crisis management and incident response at an enterprise level, coordinating with multiple internal and external agencies.

8What to practise next

Where the job is going, and what to do about it starting this week.

Advanced AI/ML Application for Predictive Security

The shift from reactive security to proactive, predictive intelligence is driven by AI and Machine Learning. As Director, you'll need to understand how to strategically deploy these technologies to anticipate threats, optimise resource allocation, and enhance operational efficiency across the entire portfolio.

AI-Powered Risk Scoring & Anomaly Detection · Ethical AI Deployment & Bias Mitigation · Data Governance for AI Security · Integration of AI with PSIM/SOC Platforms

This quarter: Engage with leading security technology vendors to understand their AI/ML roadmaps and capabilities.
Next 6 months: Commission a pilot project for an AI-powered anomaly detection system in a high-risk property.
Next 12 months: Develop a strategic roadmap for AI adoption across the physical security function, including budget and resource requirements.
Ongoing: Stay current with industry reports and academic research on AI in security, focusing on practical applications and ethical implications.

Quick win: Start by identifying one repetitive, data-heavy task (e.g., incident trend analysis) that could be significantly enhanced by an AI tool for initial insights.

Cloud-Native Security Architecture & SaaS Management

Physical security systems are increasingly moving to the cloud (VSaaS, ACaaS). As Director, you'll need to understand the strategic implications of cloud adoption, including scalability, resilience, data sovereignty, and the management of multiple SaaS security providers.

Cloud Security Best Practices · Vendor Lock-in & Interoperability · Data Sovereignty & Global Compliance · Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for Cloud Security

This quarter: Review our current cloud strategy for IT and identify opportunities for alignment with physical security.
Next 6 months: Engage with cloud security architects (internal or external) to understand best practices for secure cloud deployments.
Next 12 months: Develop a cloud adoption strategy for physical security, outlining which systems will migrate and why.
Ongoing: Participate in webinars and training on cloud security architecture and SaaS management for enterprise systems.

Quick win: Identify one non-critical security application that could be moved to a cloud-based SaaS solution as a pilot project to gain experience.

9Staying current once you are in

What people here do to keep up

Active participation and leadership roles in industry associations like ASIS International, The Security Institute, or similar global bodies.
Regular attendance at executive-level security conferences and summits (e.g., GSX, ISC West, Black Hat/RSA for cyber-physical insights).
Enrolling in executive leadership programmes or specific courses on strategic risk management, organisational change, or advanced negotiation.
Mentoring junior security professionals and contributing thought leadership through articles or presentations on emerging security trends.

10How the AI economy is changing work like this

Before we ask anything of you, here's what we can already say about AI and work of this kind:

The new skill this role is being asked for: Cyber-Physical Security Convergence Strategy

The lines between cyber security and physical security are blurring. Breaches often exploit weaknesses in both domains. As our buildings become 'smarter' and more connected, the need to integrate these two security functions at a strategic level is becoming paramount.

We'll only ever tell you what we can actually back up. No hype, no scare tactics.

The rising capability

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What's rising in its place

This is where the work is heading, and the higher pay with it. Get fluent here and the shift stops being a threat and starts being your edge.

Cyber-Physical Security Convergence Strategy

The lines between cyber security and physical security are blurring. Breaches often exploit weaknesses in both domains. As our buildings become 'smarter' and more connected, the need to integrate these two security functions at a strategic level is becoming paramount.

Unified Risk Frameworks
Integrated Security Operations Centres (SOCs)
IoT Security for Buildings
Data-Driven Threat Intelligence

ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Integration in Security

Investors, tenants, and employees are increasingly demanding that companies demonstrate strong ESG commitments. Physical security plays a crucial role in the 'Social' aspect (safety, well-being) and 'Governance' (ethical practices, data privacy). Integrating ESG principles into security strategy isn't just good practice; it's a business imperative.

Social Impact of Security
Ethical AI in Security
Sustainable Security Practices
Human Rights & Security Operations

What you’ll use

Skills this role draws on

Technical

Enterprise Threat, Vulnerability, and Risk Assessment (TVRA)
Global CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) Application
Strategic Guard Force Management & Contract Negotiation
Enterprise Incident Command System (ICS) & Crisis Management
Physical Security Audits, Compliance & Governance
Geopolitical Risk Analysis & Intelligence

The pathway

How you actually get there, here

How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.

1
Regional Security Manager (Large Enterprise)
5-8 years as a Regional Security Manager
Skills to master
- Mastering multi-site operational management, developing regional security strategies, managing significant budgets (e.g., £1M+), and leading a team of Building Security Managers. You'd need to demonstrate consistent success across a diverse property portfolio.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistent achievement of regional security KPIs (incident reduction, audit scores).
- Successful development and retention of a high-performing regional team.
- Proven ability to influence senior property management and regional business leaders.
- Experience in leading regional crisis response and complex investigations.
2
Head of Security Operations (Large Corporation, Non-Real Estate)
7-10 years in a similar enterprise-level security leadership role
Skills to master
- Transferable skills in enterprise security strategy, P&L management, global regulatory compliance, and leading large, distributed teams. You'd need to quickly adapt your expertise to the nuances of real estate facilities management.
You're ready to move on when
- Demonstrable success in designing and implementing enterprise security programmes in a complex environment.
- Strong track record of C-Suite engagement and strategic influence.
- Proven ability to manage large budgets and lead significant security technology deployments.
- A clear understanding of how to translate security principles to a real estate context.
3
Senior Security Consultant (Major Consulting Firm)
8-12 years in senior security consulting roles, with a focus on real estate clients
Skills to master
- Deep expertise in security programme design, risk assessment methodologies, technology evaluation, and strategic advisory. You'd need to transition from advising to directly owning and executing an enterprise security function.
You're ready to move on when
- Extensive experience advising C-Suite clients on security strategy and risk.
- Proven ability to develop and present comprehensive security roadmaps and business cases.
- A strong network within the real estate and security industries.
- Experience managing complex security projects from conception to implementation.

11Where this role leads

The long view:This role isn't just a job; it's a launchpad for a truly impactful career. We're looking for someone who wants to leave a lasting legacy in enterprise security, shaping how we protect our future and contributing at the highest levels of our organisation and the industry.

Pay & demand

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The ten Future Fluencies

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The highlighted ones are the Fluencies your role leans on hardest, from how Director of Physical Security is actually changing. In about two minutes, the free confidence check asks where you stand on each of the ten. That's the whole check, and it's what makes the plan yours rather than generic.

12The team that's yours

No two people are taught the same way. This is one-to-one, not one-to-many.

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13What it feels like

A conversation, not a course

Because your tutor knows your role, your projects and your last session, learning sounds like this. And it's different for every single person:

Understanding the Management of Physical and Cyber Asset Security in the Water and Environmental IndustriesLevel 5

Applied to your work in Director of Physical Security

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How the thinking builds

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Understand
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Evaluate
Create

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Your actual work Every lesson is taught against a live piece of your own work, not a worked example from a textbook.
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Evidenced on your work in Director of Physical Security

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Security Programme Budget AdherenceManaging the overall physical security budget for the entire portfolio against approved forecasts.If the annual budget is £5M, you'll aim to spend between £4.9M and £5.1M, demonstrating tight financial control.Within ±2% variance of approved annual budget (typically £2M-£10M+)
Enterprise Physical Risk Score ReductionImproving the overall risk rating across the property portfolio through strategic mitigation programmes.Moving the portfolio's average risk score from a 'High' 7.0 to a 'Medium' 6.3 within 12 months by implementing new tech and processes.10% year-over-year reduction in average enterprise physical risk score (as defined by our TVRA methodology)
Major Incident Frequency & ImpactReducing the number of significant security incidents (e.g., major theft, prolonged operational disruption, serious assault) and their associated costs.Successfully preventing any incidents that lead to significant financial penalties, extended property closures, or board-level investigations.Zero major security incidents resulting in £100,000+ loss or 24+ hours of operational downtime per annum
Regulatory & Compliance Audit Pass RateEnsuring all properties and security operations meet or exceed local and national regulatory requirements and internal compliance standards.Successfully navigating a rigorous GDPR audit for CCTV data retention without any non-compliance penalties.100% pass rate on all external regulatory audits and internal compliance reviews, with zero critical findings

and 1 more in the full scoreboard below.

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Level 7 · in progressAI Fluency→ Chief Security Officer (CSO) / VP, Global Security→ your design

Where this takes you

This role isn't just a job; it's a launchpad for a truly impactful career. We're looking for someone who wants to leave a lasting legacy in enterprise security, shaping how we protect our future and contributing at the highest levels of our organisation and the industry.

See Your Progress GrowIllustration

Director of Physical Security

Enterprise Threat, Vulnerability, and Risk Assessment (TVRA)
Global CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) Application
Strategic Guard Force Management & Contract Negotiation
Enterprise Incident Command System (ICS) & Crisis Management
Physical Security Audits, Compliance & Governance
Geopolitical Risk Analysis & Intelligence

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14The detail, folded away

Everything else the record holds

The career branches in full, how AI is already showing up in the day-to-day, and the questions people ask about this job. Here when you want them, out of the way while you decide.

Where it leads next, rung by rung

Where it leads

The career path, and where it branches

Director of Physical Security is a start, not a ceiling. Each step below asks for new skills and hands back more autonomy.

Chief Security Officer (CSO) / VP, Global Security
3-5 years as Director of Physical Security
Level 7 (C-Suite)
- Integrated cyber-physical security architecture and strategy
- Global threat intelligence and executive protection programmes
- Enterprise security policy and compliance framework ownership
- Leading a multi-disciplinary security organisation (100s-1000s people)
Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Real Estate Division
5-7 years as Director of Physical Security
Level 7 (C-Suite)
- Real estate portfolio management and asset optimisation
- Tenant relations and customer experience strategy
- Facilities management and property maintenance oversight
- Driving operational efficiency and cost reduction across the entire division

Working with AI on the job

Working with AI

Where AI is starting to help

As a Director, your time is gold. You're meant to be thinking strategically, engaging with the Board, and shaping the future of our security. But the reality is, you're often bogged down in data synthesis, report generation, and operational oversight. What if AI could take a significant chunk of that off your plate?

We're investing in AI tools to help our senior leaders work smarter, not harder. For a Director of Physical Security, this means AI helping you cut through the noise, identify critical insights faster, and automate the grunt work of reporting, freeing you up to focus on what truly matters: enterprise-level risk, strategic growth, and protecting our most valuable assets. Think of it as having a highly efficient, tireless assistant.

Enterprise Risk Modelling & Prediction

Use AI to analyse vast datasets—historical incidents, geopolitical intelligence, local crime rates, property vulnerabilities—to proactively identify emerging threats and predict potential risks across our entire portfolio. This moves us from reactive to truly predictive security, allowing you to allocate resources strategically before problems arise.

Strategic Resource Optimisation

Leverage AI-driven analytics to optimise the deployment of security personnel, technology, and budget across properties based on dynamic risk profiles, incident trends, and operational needs. This ensures we're putting our resources where they'll have the most impact, justifying every pound spent with data.

Executive Briefing & Report Automation

Feed AI complex incident reports, audit findings, and threat intelligence. It'll then draft concise, board-ready summaries, presentations, and policy updates, highlighting key takeaways and actionable recommendations. Imagine getting a first draft of your quarterly security report in minutes, not hours.

Regulatory Compliance Monitoring & Impact Analysis

Employ AI to continuously monitor changes in global and local security regulations (e.g., GDPR for CCTV, fire safety codes). The AI can then assess the potential impact on our portfolio, flagging areas of non-compliance and suggesting policy updates, saving countless hours of legal research.

Common questions

How do you become a Director of Physical Security?

Common routes in include Regional Security Manager (Large Enterprise) (5-8 years as a Regional Security Manager), Head of Security Operations (Large Corporation, Non-Real Estate) (7-10 years in a similar enterprise-level security leadership role) and Senior Security Consultant (Major Consulting Firm) (8-12 years in senior security consulting roles, with a focus on real estate clients). Times vary with prior experience.

Where can a Director of Physical Security progress to?

This role can lead on to Chief Security Officer (CSO) / VP, Global Security (3-5 years as Director of Physical Security) and Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Real Estate Division (5-7 years as Director of Physical Security), depending on the skills you build.

What level is a Director of Physical Security in the UK?

This role aligns to RQF Level 7 on the UK framework, a guide to the depth of qualification it maps to, not a hard entry bar.

What new skills matter most for a Director of Physical Security?

Increasingly, Cyber-Physical Security Convergence Strategy and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Integration in Security. These are the areas where the higher-paid, future-proof work is heading.

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15Where to go from here

Other roles at Level 7

Same depth of qualification, different job. Useful if the work appeals but this particular role does not.

Other roles in Realestate Facilities Management

Stay in the field you know and move sideways rather than up.

If you leave this industry

Your expertise in enterprise-level physical security, risk management, and strategic leadership is highly transferable. You could move into similar C-Suite or VP-level security roles in other large, asset-intensive industries like logistics, manufacturing, critical infrastructure, or even major tech companies with significant physical footprints.

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Director of Physical Security

What's rising in its place

Cyber-Physical Security Convergence Strategy

ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Integration in Security

Skills this role draws on

Technical

How you actually get there, here

Regional Security Manager (Large Enterprise)

Head of Security Operations (Large Corporation, Non-Real Estate)

Senior Security Consultant (Major Consulting Firm)

The credential is what you can do today. These are what keep you valuable.

Roles this leads to

No two people are taught the same way. This is one-to-one, not one-to-many.

A conversation, not a course

No two people run this the same way

This isn't a certificate you file away. It's a passport to the life you're designing.

This role isn't just a job; it's a launchpad for a truly impactful career. We're looking for someone who wants to leave a lasting legacy in enterprise security, shaping how we protect our future and contributing at the highest levels of our organisation and the industry.

Everything else the record holds

The career path, and where it branches

Chief Security Officer (CSO) / VP, Global Security

Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Real Estate Division

Where AI is starting to help

Enterprise Risk Modelling & Prediction

Strategic Resource Optimisation

Executive Briefing & Report Automation

Regulatory Compliance Monitoring & Impact Analysis

Common questions

You’ve started things before

Less than one coaching session. Every month.

You have the map. Walking it is the part we do together.