Patricia La Rocco
About Patricia La Rocco
Patricia La Rocco is a Field Exempt Recruiter at US Foods, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in recruitment, having previously held positions at JLL, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, and Efinancial, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in General Studies with a focus on Human Resources.
Work at US Foods
Patricia La Rocco has been employed at US Foods as a Field Exempt Recruiter since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the recruitment process for exempt positions within the organization. Her work is based in Rosemont, IL, where she utilizes her extensive experience in full-cycle recruiting to attract and select qualified candidates.
Previous Experience at JLL
Prior to her current position, Patricia La Rocco worked at JLL as a Senior Recruiter and Team Lead from 2014 to 2021. During her seven years in this role, she operated remotely while based in Chicago, IL. Her responsibilities included leading recruitment efforts and managing a team, contributing to the company's talent acquisition strategies.
Recruitment Experience at Takeda Pharmaceuticals and Efinancial
Patricia La Rocco's recruitment career includes a position as a Corporate Sales Recruiter at Takeda Pharmaceuticals (Delta Pharma) from 2008 to 2009, where she worked on a contract basis for five months. Additionally, she served as a Senior Recruiter in HR at Efinancial from 2010 to 2011 for one year, further enhancing her expertise in the recruitment field.
Education and Expertise
Patricia La Rocco studied at Northern Illinois University, focusing on Human Resources, where she completed a PHR Prep Course in 2010. She also attended Columbia College, earning a Bachelor's Degree in General Studies with a concentration in HR from 2007 to 2009. Her educational background supports her expertise in managing all phases of full-cycle recruiting, including offer negotiations and onboarding.
Leadership Skills and Collaborative Work
Patricia La Rocco demonstrates strong leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in collaborative environments. Her experience across various recruitment roles has equipped her with the skills necessary to deliver measurable impact in recruitment processes, contributing to the overall success of the organizations she has worked with.