Melanie Hopper
Melanie Hopper
ONE
Group Legal Lead

Melanie Hopper is a founding member of ONE group solutions, where she leads all Legal affairs across the organisation and its affiliated entities. She brings over two decades of international legal experience, having worked in Canada, Bermuda, and Luxembourg.

Melanie began her career as an associate at one of Canada’s most prestigious law firms, specialising in litigation and labour law from its Toronto headquarters. In 2003, she was called to the Bar by the Law Society of Upper Canada.

Following her time in Canada, Melanie relocated to Bermuda, where she joined leading law firm Mello, Jones & Martin. There, she supported the firm’s partners on a wide range of matters, with a particular focus on corporate and investment funds.

Since moving to Luxembourg in 2012, Melanie has held several notable roles, including at a prominent Luxembourg law firm.

Speaking at

Miami
Wednesday, 12 November 2025
10.50 - 11.30
How to launch and run a fund in Luxembourg: lessons from the field

Luxembourg remains the leading hub for cross-border investment funds, offering a robust regulatory framework and global distribution capabilities. Successfully launching and operating a fund in this jurisdiction requires strategic planning, regulatory understanding, and operational know-how. This panel brings together experts from across the industry to guide attendees through the full fund lifecycle—from structuring and authorisation to day-to-day operations and governance. Panellists will discuss key considerations such as choosing the right fund vehicle, navigating regulatory requirements, working with local service providers, and managing compliance and reporting obligations. Real-world insights, recent market developments, and practical tips will help attendees understand what it takes to build and run a successful fund in Luxembourg.

Emmanuel Gutton
Emmanuel Gutton
White & Case s.à.r.l.

Partner

Marcus  Vinicius Goncalves
Marcus Vinicius Goncalves
Franklin Templeton Investments

Sales Head-US Offshore

Melanie Hopper
Melanie Hopper
ONE

Group Legal Lead

Cyril Schopfer
Cyril Schopfer
CACEIS

Country Managing Director, USA