Stated objectives are to: "provide the most compelling and attractive racing in the world; be seen as the world leader in race day regulation; ensure the highest standards for the sport and participants, on and away from the racecourse; promote the best for the racehorse; and represent and promote the sport and the industry."

The BHA's current interim chair is David Jones, who took over when Joe Saumarez Smith stepped down due to ill health in January 2025.

These include: Careers In Racing (also known simply as CIR) is an industry-owned brand managed by the Industry Recruitment & Training department of the British Horseracing Authority.

Careers In Racing was launched in 2005 in response to a recommendation made by the Stable and Stud Staff Commission chaired by Lord Donohugh.

Its objectives are: Its website was launched in January 2006 and gives an overview of the careers and training available within the Racing and Breeding industries and offers a free online jobs board.